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Top view photo of stewed potatoes, garnished with chopped green onions. There is a kitchen towel above the bowl.
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Stewed Potatoes

Stewed Potatoes are a traditional Southern comfort food that has been around for hundreds of years. With just a couple ingredients, you can create this creamy nostalgic dish that's both cost effective and delicious!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 260kcal
Author: Dane & Becky

Ingredients

  • 7 medium sized potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Place the potatoes and onion into a large stock pot and add enough water to cover the potatoes.
    Top view photo of a large stock pot with cubed potatoes and chopped onion and water, ready to boil.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Lower the heat. Stirring frequently, simmer the potatoes until they are soft, and start to fall apart.
    Top view photo of a stock pot with cubed potatoes and water, simmering.
  • Remove the pot from the heat, and stir until the potatoes start to break apart.
  • Add in the butter, salt, and pepper, and stir until combined.
    Top view photo of a stock pot with butter, salt, and pepper added to stewed potatoes.
  • Serve warm.

Notes

  • We like to use russets, red potatoes, or Yukon’s, but you can use any variety you like.
  • You can use any variety of onion. We use yellow onion.
  • When the potatoes start to soften and break apart, the liquid in the pot will thicken. Stewed potatoes will have a similarity to a thick potato soup.
  • Storage Tips: You can store Stewed Potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Just warm them up in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until heated through. You can also warm them up in a saucepan over the stove until fully heated through.
  • Other ways to add additional flavor to this recipe include adding bacon dripping to the potatoes, or sprinkling in fresh or dried herbs like rosemary and thyme.
  • Or top your stewed potatoes with shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and a dollop of sour cream for loaded stewed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 374mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g