Creamy Garlic Baby Potatoes: The Ultimate Recipe Guide

Creamy Garlic Baby Potatoes: The Ultimate Recipe Guide

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 30 min Total Time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Dishes Cuisine: American Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Description Buttery, garlicky baby potatoes in a silky Parmesan-infused sauce, perfect as a side dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs baby potatoes, preferably Yukon Gold or red
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper, or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth (optional, for thinning)
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Instructions

  1. Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and halve any larger than 1.5 inches.
  2. Place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a pinch of salt.
  3. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
  4. Drain and let steam in a colander for a minute.
  5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  7. Reduce heat to low, add heavy cream and butter, stirring until melted.
  8. Add Parmesan cheese, parsley, thyme, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until smooth.
  9. Gently toss the drained potatoes in the creamy garlic sauce, cooking for 5–7 minutes.
  10. Transfer to an oven-safe dish and broil for 1–2 minutes for extra color, if desired.
  11. Garnish with extra parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. Keep the cream on low heat to prevent separation. For lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.