Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Total Time
30 mins
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Rating
4.99 out of 5 stars
(157)
Ingredients
8 servings
- 4 lb Yukon potatoes, 10 potatoes, peeled and quartered*
- 1 1/3 cup whole milk
- 6 garlic cloves, smashed
- 8 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 2 Tbsp chives, finely chopped, for garnish
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Preparation
Step 1
Place potato chunks into a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer, partially cover, and cook for 15-18 minutes or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
Step 2
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat 1 1/3 milk with 6 crushed garlic cloves until just steaming then remove from heat and set aside. Discard the garlic if desired.
Step 3
Drain the potatoes, keep them in the pot, then place over very low heat and mash with a potato masher or use an electric hand mixer (mash right away while potatoes are hot so they don’t turn gummy).
Step 4
Drizzle in hot milk to reach your desired texture. Cut butter into chunks and mash them into the potatoes until well incorporated. Add 1/4 cup sour cream and 1 to 1 1/2 tsp salt or add salt to taste.
Step 5
Serve warm drizzled with more butter if desired and garnished with fresh chives.
Step 6
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Chef's notes
*When planning your menu, plan for about 1/2 lb of potatoes per person.
*Red potatoes can be substituted in this recipe.
