Ingredients

  • 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 tablespoons butter, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large white onion, diced
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons whipping cream
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • black pepper to taste

Method

  • In a large pot, cover potatoes with water and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Simmer on medium-high heat until the center of the potatoes are tender when pricked with a fork, about 25 minutes.
  • Drain, and return potatoes to pot.
  • Meanwhile, heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Stir in onions, sprinkle with salt, and cook 5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are a deep golden brown, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in brown sugar.
  • Pour whipping cream over the potatoes, and mash with a large fork or potato masher.
  • Stir in sour cream, cream cheese, soy sauce, Parmesan cheese, bouillon granules, and dried parsley.
  • Stir in caramelized onions, and season with black pepper.
  • Mix with an electric mixer until smooth.
  • Reheat briefly over low heat, and serve.