Description
Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food side dish—rich, buttery, and full of mellow garlic flavor. This easy mashed potatoes recipe features Yukon Gold potatoes, heavy cream, and butter for a luxurious texture perfect for any meal. A must-have at holidays and weeknight dinners alike.
Ingredients
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
5 cloves garlic, peeled
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
1. Peel and chop the potatoes into evenly sized chunks.
2. Place them in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a pinch of salt.
3. Bring to a boil and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender (15–20 minutes).
4. In a small saucepan, heat butter and cream with the garlic cloves over low heat until garlic is soft (about 10 minutes).
5. Mash the softened garlic into the butter-cream mixture.
6. Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot to steam dry for a few minutes.
7. Use a potato masher or ricer to mash the potatoes until smooth.
8. Gradually mix in the garlic-infused butter and cream until fully combined.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Garnish with fresh chives and serve warm.
Notes
Let potatoes steam dry after draining to prevent a watery mash.
Simmer garlic gently—avoid browning for a sweet, mellow flavor.
For a fluffier texture, use a ricer or hand mixer instead of a masher.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiled and Mashed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg