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Creamy Garlic Sauce Baby Potatoes

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Fork-tender baby potatoes bathed in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. This comforting side dish comes together in under 30 minutes and pairs beautifully with everything from grilled steak to roasted chicken.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes red or gold, halved
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup vegetable broth
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt more to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried Italian herbs or oregano + thyme
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Place halved baby potatoes in a pot of generously salted water. Bring to a rolling boil and cook for 10-12 minutes until fork-tender but still holding their shape.
  2. Drain the potatoes and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth and heavy cream. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Add Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and dried herbs. Stir continuously until cheese melts and sauce becomes creamy.
  7. Add the boiled potatoes to the skillet and gently toss until thoroughly coated in sauce.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese as it melts more smoothly than pre-packaged. You can substitute half-and-half or whole milk with extra butter for heavy cream. Chicken broth can be used instead of vegetable broth. For a dairy-free version, try coconut cream. The recipe can be customized by adding crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, or baby spinach. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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