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RECIPE: Quick Dill Potatoes

20 years ago

Hubby found this recipe the other night in a desperate search for something different to do with potatoes. I'd describe it as a cross between mashed and cubed potatoes. The seasonings give plenty of flavor so you don't need butter unless you want its flavor but these are plenty flavorful and rich without it. It's a keeper and a great alternative to many other potato side dishes. And, it's quick and easy!

Quick Dill Potatoes

Source: Better Homes and Gardens New Cookbook

(circa 1970 or so)

2-1/2 cups cubed pared potatoes

2 Tbsp. finely chopped onion

1 tsp. salt

1/3 cup water

1/2 cup light cream (Hubby used half heavy cream and half low-fat milk)

Dried dillweed and pepper to taste

Bring the water to a boil and add the potatoes, onion, and salt. Cover and cook about 15 minutes. Add the light cream; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with dried dillweed and pepper. Serves 4.

NOTES: Hubby made it twice this week. The first time, the water was gone from the pan when the potatoes finished boiling and he thought they were starting to burn, so the second time he used more water but didn't drain it all from the pan so the potatoes were more watery. We liked the consistency of the first batch better.

Comments (13)

  • 20 years ago

    Thanks, Jenn and hubby, sounds like something we'll enjoy - Ken is a potato fanatic and he also loves dill!

  • 20 years ago

    You're very welcome Woodie. I've copied so many recipes from here and shared very few (except for cookie recipes) so as I was eating them last night I thought "I bet those foodies over on the forum will love these". If your hubby likes potatoes and dill then I think he will love these. They are a step up from the common mashed potatoes or wedges and that's why I think they'd be good for a special occasion or any dinner for company.

    Jen

  • 20 years ago

    Thanks Jenn, I love fresh dill in potato salad so I know i will love these.

    Ann

  • 20 years ago

    You're welcome, Ann, I hope you will.

    Jen

  • 20 years ago

    Jen - I made your potatoes tonight and they are terrific! I used whole milk, not cream, but they were still rich and good and you're right, you definitely don't need any butter. It's a great method of cooking potatoes and I'll definitely make them again. Thanks!

  • 20 years ago

    I'm glad you liked them Woodie. :-)

  • 20 years ago

    These do look good...did you use russet potatoes?

  • 20 years ago

    I used Yukon Golds.

  • 20 years ago

    We used small white potatoes called "Baby Dutch" which I bought in a small bag at Trader Joe's. Here's a picture of them in another thread I posted. I didn't know about this recipe when I posted that thread!

  • 20 years ago

    nothing not to like about that--thanx for posting as i'm sure we both would enjoy those taters!

  • 20 years ago

    Jenn, they sound awesome...I love dill with potatoes! Thank you for posting this.

    Here is another one you might like:

    {{!gwi}}
    (Marilyn)

    4 medium to large Yukon Gold potatoes
    1 Vidalia onion; sliced (any sweet onion)
    3 tablespoons butter
    1 teaspoon kosher salt (less if using regular salt)
    fresh ground pepper to taste
    dill weed (about 1 teaspoon dried)

    Pre-heat oven to 425°. Cut each potato into 8 wedges (Cut in half, lay cut side down and cut each half into 4 wedges.) leaving skin. Spray a square baking dish with Pam. Place wedges in dish, top with onion slices, and sprinkle with salt, pepper and dill. Top with butter slices. Cover dish with foil and bake 40 minutes, uncover and continue to bake another 20 minutes until golden brown.

  • 20 years ago

    Oh Marilyn, those sound (and look!!!) fantastic. We will surely make those. Thanks!

    Jen

  • 17 years ago

    Can't believe I found this! I couldn't find it using a forum search so I used Google instead.

    I made them again the other night using red potatoes. We didn't have cream so I used some Greek yogurt (plain) left over from another recipe combined with a little milk and butter to reach the 1/2 cup measure. They are so easy and quick, and the outcome is like mashed potatoes with lumps, so if you like that then you'll love these.

    I think the recipe is versatile; replace the dill with fresh chives and add some grated cheddar, or minced garlic if you wish. It's not a make-ahead dish but it's a special way to serve potatoes.

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