HOW TO STEAM POTATOES WITH HERBS

Here’s how to steam potatoes with herbs: an easy side dish that is bursting with flavor in every bite. Mix with butter and fresh herbs for a simple but tasty side.

These baby potatoes are simple and quick to make, so it’s a great side to make during the busy work week. You can change them up by using different herbs.

The light coating of butter adds a bit of flavor to otherwise plain potatoes, with loads of freshness from the fresh herbs. This side dish isn’t too heavy, so it goes great with steak and roast chicken. This is a sensational side dish for a seafood platter.

PRODUCTS I RECOMMEND

Not only is this easy recipe delicious, but it’s also:

• Ready in 35 minutes or less
• Gluten Free
• Requires no fancy equipment
• Vegetarian
• No peeling
• Leftover’s are easy to reheat

CAN YOU STEAM ANY SIZE POTATO?

How to steam potatoes with herbs: You can steam any size potato, but I think the small ones are the best. Another benefit of steaming is that the potatoes do not absorb the water like they do when boiled. In the end, you’ll end up with a richer flavored potato.

EASY AND DELICIOUS SIDE DISH

These potatoes are cooked whole, so there is no chopping, and the only prep needed is a good washing and scrubbing. All these potatoes need are salt and pepper, butter and herbs. This recipe is great all year round- from the spring through the long, cold winters. Potatoes just make everything better.

My Sugar Snap pea Salad and my Best gluten free Sloppy Joes are a couple of recipes that would go great with these steamed potatoes.

WHICH HERBS ARE BEST TO USE?

You can honestly use any herbs that you like. I always say that fresh is best when it comes to herbs. Rosemary, thyme, parsley and chives are a couple of great options. For this recipe, I decided to used chives and parsley.

WHAT ARE THE BEST WAYS TO SEASON STEAMED POTATOES?

• Butter and parsley are in my opinion the essentials. Make sure the potatoes are seasoned well with salt.
• Garlic is definitely optional, but does help enhance the potatoes flavors. Add the garlic after steaming.
• Old bay is a classic, and perfect for potatoes.
• Fresh herbs- try adding rosemary, thyme or sage.
• Chives are great in potatoes.
• Parmesan cheese makes everything better- including these potatoes.

ARE POTATOES HIGH IN NUTRIENTS?

Potatoes are rich in minerals, vitamins and antioxidants.

WHY I SHOULD BUY ORGANIC POTATOES?

Potatoes absorb a lot of pesticides. The majority of the pesticides are in the skin, but peeling the skin takes away most of the nutrients. The dirty dozen list explains which fruits and veggies you should always buy organic due to the highest pesticide content.

WHAT MAKES THIS RECIPE SO SO GOOD?

I love these potatoes for a gluten free weeknight side dish, but they’re also great for the Holiday’s or a special occasion.

• They’re cooked to perfection. Steaming is the best way to guarantee tender potatoes every time.
• They require almost no effort. Simple scrub and wash the potatoes, then add to a steamer basket. Once tender, remove and toss in butter and fresh herbs and that is it!
• Steamed potatoes are easy to customize and change up to your liking.

BEST POTATOES TO USE FOR STEAMED POTATOES?

• Baby Potatoes
• New potatoes
• Red Bliss
• Fingerlinks

CAN THIS RECIPE BE MADE VEGAN?

Sure can. Just use vegan butter or olive oil in place of the butter in this recipe.

TIPS

• Arrange the largest potatoes on the bottom of the basket and the smaller ones on top.
• Make sure you cover your potatoes. You cannot steam potatoes unless the lid is on.
• If your potatoes are really small, start checking at 10 minutes. For larger potatoes, check at 15 minutes.
• Stick a fork in the potatoes- if it slides in and out easily then they’re done. I always check a few just to be sure.
• Season your potatoes really really well with salt and pepper.
• Waxy potatoes are best used for steaming as they do not absorb too much liquid.
• Add your potatoes to a pot filled with cold water and then bring it to a boil. This helps ensure even cooking, and prevents your potatoes from being soft and cooked on the outside, but uncooked on the inside.
• Try to cook potatoes that are around the same size so they all cook around the same time.
• Do not peel your potatoes.
• Do not over-boil your potatoes.

STORING

Potatoes can stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make sure the potatoes are cool before placing in the refrigerator.

INGREDIENTS FOR HOW TO MAKE STEAMED POTATOES WITH HERBS

• Baby Potatoes- 1 Pound
• Butter- 3 Tablespoon
• Chopped Chives- 2 Tablespoons
• Chopped Parsley- 2 Tablespoons
• Salt and Pepper

INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO MAKE STEAMED POTATOES WITH HERBS

How to steam potatoes with herbs:

• Wash and scrub your potatoes really well.
• Add about 2 inches of cold salted water to a pot that has a fitted steamer basket or can hold a steamer insert.
• Place the potatoes into the steamer basket. Cover the pot and turn the stove-top to high heat. When the steam starts to escape from the lid, reduce heat to medium, about 10 minutes.
• Steam until the potatoes are tender, about 15-25 minutes, depending on the size of your potatoes. Time varies depending on the size of potatoes.
• Finely chop the chives and parsley. Set aside until the potatoes are done.
• Transfer potatoes to a large sized bowl. Pour melted butter over the steamed potatoes, add salt and season with herbs.

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