Creamy Garlic Baby Potatoes Recipe

Introduction

These creamy garlic sauce baby potatoes are a comforting and flavorful side dish that’s simple to prepare. Tender baby potatoes are coated in a rich, garlicky cream sauce, making them perfect to accompany your favorite main courses.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (900 g) baby potatoes, halved
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional, for extra flavor)
• 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
• ½ cup (120 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
• ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme (or Italian seasoning)
• ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the baby potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 12–15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and finely chopped onion, if using, and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in the heavy cream and broth. Season with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
4. Step 4: Add the cooked baby potatoes to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the potatoes evenly in the creamy garlic sauce.
5. Step 5: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and let everything simmer together for 2–3 minutes to meld the flavors.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm as a delicious side dish with roasted meats, chicken, or seafood.

Tips & Variations

• For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
• Try adding a pinch of smoked paprika or red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.
• Fresh thyme can be used instead of dried for a brighter herb flavor.
• To make the sauce lighter, substitute half the heavy cream with milk.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of broth or cream if the sauce has thickened too much.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?

Yes, you can cook the potatoes and prepare the sauce separately, then combine and reheat before serving for convenience.

Can I use regular potatoes instead of baby potatoes?

Yes, regular potatoes can be used. Just cut them into smaller pieces and adjust the boiling time until tender.

Creamy Garlic Baby Potatoes Recipe

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This Creamy Garlic Sauce Baby Potatoes recipe features tender baby potatoes simmered in a rich and flavorful garlic cream sauce, enhanced with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs. Perfect as a comforting side dish to complement roasted meats, chicken, or seafood.

• Author: Amaya
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Side Dish
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Potatoes

• 2 pounds (900 g) baby potatoes, halved

Sauce

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional, for extra flavor)
• 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
• ½ cup (120 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
• ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme (or Italian seasoning)
• ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Cook the potatoes: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the halved baby potatoes and cook until they are fork-tender, about 12–15 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
2. Make the garlic cream sauce: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and finely chopped onion, if using, and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
3. Add liquids and seasoning: Stir in the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable broth. Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme (or Italian seasoning). Let the sauce simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
4. Combine potatoes and sauce: Add the cooked baby potatoes to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the potatoes evenly in the creamy garlic sauce.
5. Add Parmesan cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and allow the mixture to simmer together for another 2–3 minutes to meld the flavors and thicken the sauce further.
6. Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm as a delicious side dish to roasted meats, chicken, or seafood.

Notes

• For extra flavor, you can add finely chopped onion while sautéing the garlic.
• Use vegetable broth to keep the dish vegetarian.
• Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
• Baby potatoes can be replaced with small new potatoes if unavailable.
• This dish pairs well with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or steak.

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