Mashed Potatoes With Caramelized Onions

In nonstick 12-inch skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden brown and very tender, about 30 minutes.

While onions are cooking, in 4-quart saucepan, heat potatoes, 1 teaspoon salt, and enough water to cover to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes until potatoes are tender. Drain potatoes.

Return potatoes to saucepan; cook over high heat, shaking pan, 30 seconds or until all liquid evaporates. Remove saucepan from heat. With potato masher, coarsely mash potatoes with milk, pepper, and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in all but 2 tablespoons onions; heat through. Spoon remaining onions on top of mashed potatoes to serve.