Recipe of Puré Lionesa Recipe: Lyonnaise Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions

Ingredients

• 1 kg floury potatoes (russet or yellow-fleshed)
• 2 large onions (300-400 g)
• 60 g butter (half for caramelizing, half for the mash)
• 150-200 ml warm milk (or 100 ml milk + 50 ml cream)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 garlic clove (optional)
• Salt, pepper and nutmeg to taste
• Fresh chives or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Peel and cut the potatoes into even cubes; boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, slice the onions thinly and caramelize over medium-low heat with half the butter and the olive oil for 20-30 minutes, until golden and sweet; add the chopped garlic at the end.

3. 3

   Drain the potatoes and let them sit for 1 minute to release excess steam and water.

4. 4

   Mash or rice the potatoes while hot; add the remaining butter in cubes and the warm milk gradually, mixing until creamy.

5. 5

   Season with salt, pepper and freshly grated nutmeg.

6. 6

   Fold in the caramelized onions with gentle movements, reserving some for garnish.

7. 7

   Serve warm, topped with the reserved onions and chopped chives or parsley.