Red and Sweet Potato Swirl With Caramelized Onions

Name: Red and Sweet Potato Swirl With Caramelized Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 large vidalia onion, chopped (or sweet onion); 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 12 lbs red potatoes, peeled and cubed; 4 garlic cloves, peeled and left whole; 2 12 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1 ½ cups milk, divided; ¼ cup sour cream; 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; ¼ teaspoon vanilla; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 6 ounces bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled (for garnish)

Servings: persons

5 tablespoons butter, divided
1 large vidalia onion, chopped (or sweet onion)
1 teaspoon sugar
2 12 lbs red potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 garlic cloves, peeled and left whole
2 12 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 ½ cups milk, divided
¼ cup sour cream
1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
1 teaspoon brown sugar
¼ teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon black pepper
6 ounces bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled (for garnish)

1
CARAMELIZE THE ONIONS: Melt 1 tbsp butter in large skillet over med-high heat.
2
Add onions and sugar and cook, stirring often, 25 minutes till onions are a golden brown and caramelized.
3
Remove from heat, set aside.
4
BOIL POTATOES SEPARATELY: Meanwhile, while onions are caramelizing, place potatoes in two pots large enough for water to cover potatoes.
5
Add the garlic cloves to the pot with the red potatoes.
6
Bring both pots to a boil, reduce to med heat and cook until tender, about 20 minutes, then drain in colanders.
7
PREP RED POTATOES: Beat red potatoes and garlic with electric mixer till mashed.
8
Add 1/2 cup milk, sour cream and 2 tbsp butter.
9
Continue beating till smooth.
10
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
11
PREP SWEET POTATOES: Beat sweet potatoes until mashed.
12
Add remaining 3/4 cup milk and 2 tbsp butter, the brown sugar and vanilla.
13
Beat till smooth, season with salt to taste.
14
ASSEMBLE: Preheat oven to 350F Lightly grease a 3-quart baking dish.
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Place the red mashed potatoes in the bottom.
16
Spread sweet potato mixture over red potato mixture.
17
Swirl by cutting through mixture gently with the flat side of a knife.
18
Top with the onion mixture.
19
Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
20
Sprinkle with bacon crumbs and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons butter, divided, 1 large vidalia onion, chopped (or sweet onion), 1 teaspoon sugar, 2 12 lbs red potatoes, peeled and cubed, and more.

Yes, Red and Sweet Potato Swirl With Caramelized Onions falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!