Buttery Baked Red Potatoes Recipe

Experience pure comfort food bliss with this incredibly easy recipe for Buttery Baked Red Potatoes! Inspired by a family favorite, these tender red potatoes are caramelized to perfection with sweet onions and rich butter, then baked until golden brown. Get ready for a side dish that's both unbelievably simple and unbelievably delicious – perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 214.8 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.9 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Buttery Baked Red Potatoes

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How to Make Buttery Baked Red Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Chop 1 medium yellow onion and add it to the melted butter.
  4. Sauté the onions until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. While the onions are cooking, wash and chop 2 pounds of red potatoes into thirds.
  6. Boil the potatoes in salted water until just tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain well.
  7. Grease a 13x9 inch casserole dish with 1 tablespoon of butter.
  8. Add the cooked potatoes to the prepared casserole dish.
  9. Evenly distribute the caramelized onions and their butter over the potatoes.
  10. Sprinkle generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  11. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are heated through and slightly browned on top.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

18g

Carbs

12g