Yummy Yellow Taters Recipe
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Yummy Yellow Taters

By: KAYLIVESHERE  
"My two young boys would only eat boxed mashed potatoes, until I came up with this recipe. Little do they (and my finicky husband) know they are also eating their archenemy, onions!! This dish is different because you boil the seasoning with the potatoes instead of adding them later, thus a milder flavor. Serve piping hot with butter or homemade gravy although they don't need either. Enjoy!!!"

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Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 8 medium baking potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 12 drops yellow food coloring
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Place the potatoes into a large pot, and fill with enough water to cover by 1 inch. Add the onion, garlic, basil, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, and bring to a boil. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  2. Drain the contents of the pot in a colander, then transfer to a large bowl. Add the sour cream, butter, milk and food coloring, and beat with an electric mixer until light. Adjust milk if needed. Do not beat too long, or the potatoes will become stiff and pasty. Taste and adjust salt and pepper before serving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 393 | Total Fat: 16.1g | Cholesterol: 39mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 15, 2008 by SunnyByrd Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Great mashed potatoes. Very light and creamy. I used thyme instead of basil because it went... MORE
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Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2005 by DANSAR99 
Very tasty. I used red potatos. Substituted yogurt for the sour cream.Omited the food... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 12, 2008 by GeenaDavisRules 
These were AWESOME! They were the hit of my Thanksgiving dinner! I made them just the way your... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 28, 2008 by CATJENKINS 
Nice and rich, using half and half. I forewent the food coloring - the yellow butter potaoes I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 2, 2009 by Sheri S. 
Good mashed potatoes! I thought adding the seasonings to the water gave the potatoes a nice... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2007 by Mike 
These were the best potatos I ever had. Even my wife (the cook) says these were the best... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 2, 2009 by Julie B. 
Good basic recipe. Didn't use food coloring, of course. Thanks. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2009 by maya 
Easy to followed, Tasty .. My boyfriend,, he swear he cookes the best mashed potatoes from the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2009 by April D. 
These were really good. I used this recipe for Easter dinner and everyone liked them though I... MORE
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Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2009 by Robin 
I made this recipe for Easter dinner, and it was a huge hit. I think my father-in-law had 4... MORE

 
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