The easier and quicker version of scalloped potatoes: Baby Potatoes in Garlic Cream Sauce! These little potatoes are creamy, a little cheesy, and seasoned simply side dish that is not only delicious, but easy and quick too! Halved baby potatoes, boiled until fork tender, the simmered in a garlicky cream sauce with kale and vegan Parm. It is reminiscent of scalloped potatoes (everyone’s fav!) without all the work and lengthy cooking time! You’ll love them!
The steps:
- We start by boiling the halved baby potatoes until fork-tender. I like to leave the skin on!
- Then fry up the garlic and onion with vegan butter. Add the kale and flour (to thicken the sauce). And finally, slowly add the cream, letting the sauce thicken.
- Add the vegan Parm and seasoning, and you’re good to serve! It truly is so simple yet such a cozy, yummy side dish.
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Baby Potatoes in Garlic Cream Sauce
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Description
Halved baby potatoes, boiled until fork tender, the simmered in a garlicky cream sauce with kale and vegan Parm
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp vegan butter
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup finely chopped kale
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 1/2 cups vegan cream or coconut milk
- 1/4 cup vegan parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil potatoes until fork-tender (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a frying pan on medium heat, add vegan butter, garlic and onion and fry about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions are translucent. Add the kale and sauce 1 minute, until vibrant in colour.
- Add the flour and stir to coat. Add 1/2 cup vegan cream, stirring to combine and letting simmer for a minute to thicken, then repeat with another 1/2 cup cream, and again with the remaining cream, until you have a thick creamy sauce.
- Add the vegan Parm, paprika and a pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and add more if necessary.
- Add drained potatoes and stir to coat in sauce.
- Serve, enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
This is so delicious! Baby potatoes are so creamy and full of taste. They make a perfect side or can be eaten on it’s own. This recipe is definitely a keeper!
★★★★★
I’m thinking of adapting this to gluten free with real dairy to accommodate the dietary needs of friends at a potluck dinner