Description

This classic Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe is a creamy and flavorful side dish perfect for any meal. Made with Yukon Gold potatoes, roasted garlic, butter, and warm heavy cream, these mashed potatoes are smooth, rich, and lightly seasoned. Garnished with fresh chives or parsley, this comforting dish serves 6 to 8 people and is easy to make on the stovetop, ideal for holiday dinners or everyday meals.

Ingredients

Scale

Potatoes and Garlic

3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
6 garlic cloves, peeled

Dairy and Seasoning

3/4 cup heavy cream, warmed
1 stick unsalted butter, softened (about 8 tablespoons)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt (plus more for boiling water)
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Garnish

Chopped chives or parsley, for serving

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Instructions

Boil Potatoes and Garlic: Place the peeled and chunked potatoes along with the peeled garlic cloves into a large pot. Cover them with cold water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Simmer Until Tender: Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the potatoes and garlic until they are fork-tender, approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Once done, drain them thoroughly.
Mash the Potatoes and Garlic: If available, use a potato ricer to pass the drained potatoes and garlic into a large mixing bowl for a smooth texture. If you do not have a ricer, return the potatoes and garlic to the pot and mash them with a potato masher until you reach your desired smoothness.
Add Butter: Stir in the softened butter until it has completely melted and is well incorporated into the potatoes, adding richness and flavor.
Incorporate Heavy Cream: Gradually pour in the warmed heavy cream, stirring gently to create a creamy and smooth consistency. Be careful not to overmix to maintain lightness and fluffiness.
Season the Mashed Potatoes: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed for the perfect flavor balance.
Garnish and Serve: Transfer the prepared mashed potatoes to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped chives or parsley, serve warm, and enjoy your delicious garlic mashed potatoes!

Notes

Using Yukon Gold potatoes adds a naturally buttery flavor and creamy texture.
Warming the heavy cream before adding prevents cooling down the potatoes and helps maintain a smooth texture.
For extra garlic flavor, you can roast the garlic cloves before adding them to the boiling water.
Adjust seasoning at the end to avoid oversalting.
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with whole milk or half-and-half.
If you prefer chunkier mashed potatoes, mash less vigorously or use a fork instead of a ricer.