Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
These Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes are a comforting dish that combines fluffy potatoes with rich garlic flavor, making them a perfect side for any meal.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes Yukon Gold or red potatoes can be used.
- 4 cloves garlic For extra flavor, you can use roasted garlic instead of boiled.
- 1/2 cup cream Use half-and-half for a lighter version.
- 1/2 cup butter Make sure the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- to taste none Salt and pepper Season according to preference.
- to taste none Chives for garnish Chopped for garnish.
Instructions
Cooking
- Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks, then boil in salted water until fork-tender.
- Add the garlic cloves to the pot in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Drain the potatoes and garlic, then return them to the pot.
- Add cream and butter, and mash until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped chives and serve.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 5 days, or freeze for up to a month. Reheat with a little more cream or butter for creaminess.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g
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