Southern Stewed Potatoes
A humble, comforting side dish made with tender potatoes stewed in a buttery broth until creamy and rich. Southern Stewed Potatoes are the perfect companion to fried chicken, cornbread, or any down-home meal, bringing simple ingredients together for bold, nostalgic flavor.
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs russet potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 cups water
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour optional, for thickening
Instructions
- Place the peeled and chopped potatoes in a large pot and add water just to cover.
- Add salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered for about 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Stir in black pepper and butter. Allow butter to melt and gently stir to combine, slightly breaking some of the potatoes to thicken the broth.
- If a thicker consistency is desired, sprinkle flour evenly over the potatoes and stir gently until blended and broth thickens slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot as a hearty side dish.
Notes
For added flavor, stir in a splash of milk or cream at the end, or top with chopped parsley or crumbled bacon.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 184kcalCarbohydrates: 26.7gProtein: 3.2gFat: 7.7gSaturated Fat: 4.8gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 412mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1.2g
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