Description
Creamy garlic mashed potatoes are a classic side dish with a rich flavor and smooth texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain potatoes and return to the pot.
- Add minced garlic, butter, milk, and heavy cream.
- Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra richness, use more butter or cream.
- Roast garlic beforehand for a milder flavor.
- Leave skins on for a rustic texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: creamy mashed potatoes, garlic mashed potatoes, side dish, comfort food