Name: Caramelized-Shallot Mashed Potatoes
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter, divided; 2 cups sliced shallots; 3/4 cup whole milk; 2 pounds large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, quartered

Four ingredients yield amazing flavor in this clever side. The secret? Caramelizing the shallots, which adds an appealing sweetness to the mashed potatoes.

Ingredient Tip:

Yukon Gold potatoes are used in place of the more traditional russets because they mash up nutty, creamy, and almost buttery. In a pinch, though, you can certainly use russets.

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