Gourmet Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Gourmet Creamy Mashed Potatoes

45 mins
easy
8 servings

A decadent and easy recipe for creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for any occasion. This elevated take on a classic side dish is sure to impress.

Mashed PotatoesSide DishWinter

Equipment Needed

  • Large Saucepan
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Potato masher
  • Whisk or hand mixer

Ingredients

  • 2.00 poundsYukon Gold Potatoes(Peeled and cubed)
  • 2.50 cupsMilk(Whole milk for richness)
  • 12.00 tablespoonsUnsalted Butter(Cut into pieces)
  • 4.00 clovesGarlic Cloves(Smashed and peeled)
  • 3.00 sprigsFresh Thyme(For flavor)
  • to tasteSalt(Kosher salt preferred)
  • to tasteBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

Instructions

1

Boil potatoes until tender (about 20 minutes).

Estimated time: 20 minutes

2

In a separate saucepan, simmer milk, butter, garlic, and thyme until butter is melted.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Drain potatoes and return to saucepan.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

4

Mash potatoes until smooth.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Stir in milk mixture and season with salt and pepper.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

6

Mix until well combined and smooth.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

7

Warm remaining milk and butter in the reserved saucepan.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

8

Pour warm milk mixture over potatoes.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Cover and let rest for at least 15 minutes.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

10

Reheat gently before serving.

Estimated time: 5 minutes