Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Creamy and buttery garlic mashed potatoes that bring warmth and comfort to any meal.
Ingredients
For the mashed potatoes
- 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes Essential for that classic, fluffy texture.
- 6 cloves garlic Roasted for a mellow, sweet flavor.
- ½ cup unsalted butter Adds richness.
- ½ cup heavy cream Keeps these mashed potatoes luxuriously creamy.
- 1 teaspoon salt Balances the flavors, adjust to taste.
- to taste freshly ground black pepper Feel free to skip if you prefer milder flavor.
Instructions
Prep
- Peel and quarter the potatoes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for the garlic.
- Wrap the garlic in foil with a drizzle of oil and roast for 30 minutes.
Cook/Assemble
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).
- Drain and return the potatoes to the pot.
- Squeeze the roasted garlic into the pot, add the butter and heavy cream.
- Mash until smooth and creamy; season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve
- Transfer the creamy mashed potatoes to a serving bowl.
- Drizzle with a little extra melted butter if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
Use warm ingredients to enhance creaminess. Avoid over-mashing for best texture. Flavor can be enhanced with broth instead of cream.