Side dishe for 6
Butter Braised Potatoes
$3.64for 475 minServes 6
Potatoes simmer slowly with butter, herbs, garlic, and chicken broth until tender and richly coated.
Photo: carlsbadcravings.com
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Potatoes, 3 lb$0.99/lb typical | 3 lb | $2.97Typical price |
 | Butter, 3 oz$0.40/oz typical | 3 oz | $1.20Typical price |
 | Mint, a little$1.99 each typical | a little | $0.25Typical price |
 | Broth, 12 oz$0.07/oz typical | 12 oz | $0.87Typical price |
 | Juice, a little$0.04/oz typical | a little | $0.01Typical price |
 | Garlic, 0.25$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.15Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $5.46 | ||
Swaps
- Swap potatoes for sweet potatoesabout $0.30/lb more at typical prices
- Swap butter for margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
- 75 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 6servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanBudgetSide dishesCold-weather comfortWinter
Typical price
$0.91 per serving$3.64 for 4
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Ingredients
- 3 lb yukon gold potatoes
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp minced fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp minced fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp each pepper
- 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic
Steps
- Cut the potatoes into 1-inch pieces and mince the garlic, thyme, and rosemary.
- Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then cook the garlic and herbs for 1 minute.
- Add the potatoes, chicken broth, salt, and pepper, cover the skillet, and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Remove the lid and simmer for 10 minutes, turning the potatoes occasionally until the broth mostly reduces.
- Stir in the remaining butter and lemon juice, if using, and cook for 5 minutes until the potatoes are tender and glossy.
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