Creamy Garlic Potato Mash

Creamy Garlic Potato Mash

40 mins
easy
4 servings

A decadent and flavorful potato mash, elevated with garlic and a touch of cream. Perfect for a comforting meal.

Comfort FoodPotatoSide Dish

Equipment Needed

  • Large Pot
  • Potato Masher or Electric Mixer

Ingredients

  • 500.00 gRusset Potatoes(Yukon Golds also work well)
  • 2.00 clovesGarlic Cloves(Minced for flavor)
  • 100.00 mlMilk(Whole milk for richness)
  • 50.00 mlHeavy Cream(Optional, for extra creaminess)
  • 25.00 gButter(Unsalted for control)
  • 2.00 tspSalt(To taste)
  • 1.00 tspBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)
  • 1.00 tspFresh Thyme(Dried thyme can be used)

Instructions

1

Peel and chop potatoes into bite-sized pieces.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Place potatoes and minced garlic in a large pot and cover with cold water.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

3

Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

4

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender (about 15-20 minutes).

Estimated time: 15 minutes

5

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Add milk, heavy cream (if using), and butter to the pot.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

8

Season with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Serve immediately with your favorite meal.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes