Steamed Potatoes with Garlic Basil Butter

I was inspired to create a simple, easy potato dish after having BirdsEye Steamfresh Potatoes with Garlic Butter. These literally steamed in the microwave, right in the freezer packet they came in. They were ready to eat in about 5 minutes and they were SO good!! I got a great deal on the 2 packets I bought, but they are normally priced around $2.50 each and it is barely enough for my family of 3…and that is only because Logan doesn’t eat a lot these days. At that price, it isn’t very economical even though it is convenient.

For just a little more time, and a LOT less money I created a dish that is just as good, if not better. And I’m sure it is better for you since it doesn’t have any preservatives.

There are no pictures because I am 7 months pregnant and hungry. Sorry about that…

Steamed Potatoes with Garlic Basil Butter

Source: Me

Serves: 2

• 2 Idaho potatoes (you could use any potatoes you have on hand though)
• 2 tbsp water
• 1/2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 clove garlic, pressed
• 2 basil leaves, chiffonade
• salt & pepper, to taste

In a medium saucepan, add the water and olive oil. Cube the potatoes into 1 inch cubes and add them to the pan. Toss to coat the potatoes. Cover and turn to medium high. You will see the steam start to build up. After about 3-4 minutes, remove the lid and stir the potatoes then replace the lid. If your potatoes start to stick and you seem to running out of liquid, add a little more water. The water’s purpose is to create the steam, you don’t want to boil the potatoes. Turn the heat down to medium low. Once the potatoes are fork tender, remove the lid and add the butter, garlic, basil, salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

I topped mine with a sprinkling of Romano cheese. All I have to say is YUM!!!

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