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New Potatoes with Balsamic- Shallot Butter

 

Sweet and rich glaze on these wonderful potatoes...
 

1/3 cup 

 

balsamic vinegar

 

2½ Tbs 

 

butter, softened

 

1½ Tbs 

 

finely chopped shallots

 

1 tsp 

 

chopped fresh thyme

 

¼ tsp 

 

salt, divided

 

dash of 

 

freshly ground black pepper

 

2 lbs 

 

small red potatoes

 

1 Tbs 

 

finely chopped parsley

 

 

1

Bring vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan; reduce heat, and simmer until reduced to 1 Tablespoon (about 5 minutes). Place in a medium bowl, and cool completely. Add butter, chopped shallots, thyme, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and black pepper; stir well to combine.

2

Place potatoes in saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Cut potatoes in half; place in a large bowl. Sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt, add butter mixture and parsley; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

 

Servings: 4

Yield: Serving Size about 1 1/4 cups

 

 Cooking Tips

*You can make the balsamic-shallot butter ahead, chill, and then toss with potatoes just before serving.

 

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