Smashed New Potatoes with Peas, Lemon, and Pearl On

Name: Smashed New Potatoes with Peas, Lemon, and Pearl Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 to 2 pounds red bliss potatoes; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 (10-ounce) box frozen pearl onions, defrosted; Pinch sugar; Splash freshly squeezed lemon juice; 5 slices lemon; 2 (10-ounce) boxes frozen peas, defrosted; 1 lemon, zested; Kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper; 1/4 cup roughly chopped flat-leaf parsley; 2 heaping tablespoons roughly chopped fresh dill; 1 bunch watercress, stems trimmed just above the rubber band

Servings: persons

1 1/2 to 2 pounds red bliss potatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 (10-ounce) box frozen pearl onions, defrosted
Pinch sugar
Splash freshly squeezed lemon juice
5 slices lemon
2 (10-ounce) boxes frozen peas, defrosted
1 lemon, zested
Kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper
1/4 cup roughly chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 heaping tablespoons roughly chopped fresh dill
1 bunch watercress, stems trimmed just above the rubber band

1
Put the potatoes into a large pot, cover them with cold water, and add a large pinch of salt.
2
If they're large, cut them in half.
3
Bring to a boil and simmer until the potatoes are fork tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
4
Drain.
5
Stick a fork into the potatoes, 1 at a time, lift them out of the colander and peel with a paring knife.
6
Toss the potatoes into a bowl and roughly crush them.
7
Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
8
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil with the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until the butter melts.
9
Add the pearl onions, sugar, and lemon juice and cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are browned, 5 to 6 minutes.
10
Add the lemon slices, peas, and lemon zest and continue cooking until the peas are hot.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Dump the vegetables over the potatoes in the bowl, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil add the parsley and dill and taste for salt and pepper.
13
Scatter the watercress over the top, fold it in just until it wilts and call it a day.

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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.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 to 2 pounds red bliss potatoes, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, Extra-virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Smashed New Potatoes with Peas, Lemon, and Pearl Onions falls under the General 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.

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Smashed New Potatoes with Peas, Lemon, and Pearl Onions

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