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Savory Red Wine Braised New Potatoes with Butter and Shallots

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Red Wine New Potatoes

Category: Side Dishes
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

Ingredient Quantity
New potatoes 700g
Shallots 4
Red wine 200ml
Black pepper To taste
Sage leaves 6
Butter 60g
Salt To taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Start by thoroughly washing the new potatoes. Then, place them in a pot of boiling salted water and blanch for a few minutes until their flesh is tender when pierced with a fork. Once cooked, drain them well. For larger potatoes, cut them in half to ensure even cooking.

  2. Sauté the Shallots: In a large pan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the shallots and sauté until soft and slightly caramelized, allowing their natural sweetness to develop.

  3. Brown the Potatoes: Once the shallots are ready, add the blanched potatoes to the pan with the melted butter. Allow them to brown on all sides, stirring occasionally to ensure they are evenly golden.

  4. Add Red Wine: Pour in half of the red wine, then let it cook off for a few minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate. Stir well, and then season with a pinch of salt.

  5. Simmer and Finish Cooking: Add the remaining red wine to the pan and bring everything to a gentle simmer. Let the potatoes cook through, absorbing the flavors of the wine and butter.

  6. Season and Serve: Before serving, finish with a generous grind of black pepper and add fresh sage leaves to enhance the aroma. Serve the potatoes hot, with all the rich, savory flavors intact.


These Red Wine New Potatoes make for a perfect accompaniment to any main dish. The combination of tender potatoes, buttery shallots, and the depth of red wine creates a rich and flavorful side that will elevate your meal to the next level. Enjoy them with your favorite roasted meats or grilled vegetables!

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