Red Potatoes Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    16 mins

  • Cook Time

    14 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    120 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Red Potatoes Recipe

This recipe outlines a method for cooking cubed red potatoes by simmering them briefly with butter and brown sugar, then allowing the water to evaporate as the potatoes tenderize. The combination of butter and brown sugar adds richness and a mild sweetness, while seasoning with garlic salt, black pepper, and parsley enhances the flavor. The balanced technique results in soft, flavorful potatoes for an easy side dish.

Description

The Red Potatoes Recipe involves bringing cubed red potatoes to a boil with water, butter, and brown sugar. After briefly simmering on low heat, the heat is increased to evaporate the water, resulting in tender potatoes with a slightly sweet, buttery coating. Seasoning with garlic salt and black pepper provides savory depth, while parsley adds a hint of freshness.

The cooking process yields potatoes that are soft yet hold their shape, with a glaze-like finish from the reduction of the water and butter.

These potatoes can be served as a side to complement various main courses, offering a subtly sweet and savory flavor profile.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 - 6 potato cubed, red
  • 1/2 c water
  • 1 1/2 TB butter
  • 1 1/2 TB brown sugar
  • parsley or your favorite herb/spice
  • garlic salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring red potatoes, water, butter and brown sugar to a boil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Turn to low and simmer for approximately 6 minutes.
  3. Turn back to high and cook until all the water is evaporated and potatoes are tender. It took me another 10-15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat. Salt and Pepper, sprinkle with parsley and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 120kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 5mg (2%) Sodium 44mg (2%) Potassium 605mg (13%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 75IU (2%) Vitamin C 11.5mg (13%) Calcium 15mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 120 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 120kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 44mg 2%
Potassium 605mg 13%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 75IU 2%
Vitamin C 11.5mg 13%
Calcium 15mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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