Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions and Goat Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 cup chopped onion (about 1 large)
• 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 5 medium)
• 1/3 cup fat-free milk
• 1 (4-ounce) package goat cheese, cut into cubes
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. Heat oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cook 22 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Add 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon at a time, as liquid evaporates, scraping pan to loosen browned bits after each addition. Remove from heat, and set aside.
2. . While onion cooks, place potato in a Dutch oven, and add water to cover. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes or until tender. Drain and return to pan.
3. . Place milk in a 1-cup glass measure. Microwave at MEDIUM (50% power) 30 seconds or until warm.
4. . Add cheese to potato in pan. Mash potato mixture with a potato masher 3 or 4 times or until cheese melts. Add milk, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper; mash to desired consistency. Stir in reserved onion, and serve immediately.