Description
Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, offering a luxurious blend of smooth texture and rich garlic flavor. Perfect for any occasion, from holiday feasts to cozy weeknight dinners, these mashed potatoes will elevate your meals and leave everyone craving more. With just a few key ingredients and easy steps, you can create this delightful side dish that brings warmth and joy to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain well.
- In a small saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
- Return drained potatoes to the pot. Add roasted garlic and melted butter along with heavy cream. Mash until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper according to taste. Mix well.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Allow butter and cream to reach room temperature for better blending. For extra creaminess, consider adding sour cream or cream cheese. Customize flavors by mixing in herbs like chives or rosemary.