Garlic Mashed Potatoes
This Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe is made from scratch. These smooth, creamy, flavorful potatoes are the perfect side dish.
Servings 5 servings
Calories 364kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 lbs russet potatoes peeled and quartered
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup butter
- 3 cloves roasted garlic, mashed see note one
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoon butter melted
- Garnish with thyme and black pepper
Instructions
- Place the potato pieces in a large pot. Cover with cold water and add a tablespoon of salt. Bring the water to a boil. Then, reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until tender.
- Drain the potatoes and press through a potato ricer (or mash with a fork or potato masher if you prefer).
- Warm the milk and butter in the microwave. Add to the potatoes along with the garlic, kosher salt, and coarse ground black pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Transfer to a serving dish. Top with melted butter and garnish with a sprinkle of thyme and black pepper.
Video
Notes
One: Roasted Garlic Substitutes
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic = 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder = 1 clove garlic
Two: Storage
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and in the freezer for 2-3 months.Nutrition
Serving: 1/5 | Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 433mg | Potassium: 810mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 750IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2mg
