These easy Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes are smooth, creamy and decadent! Perfectly seasoned with garlic and herbs -- once you make them this way you'll never go back!
Peel potatoes and cut into ½" - ¾" cubes. Place into a large pot and fill with cold water just to cover. Stir in 1 tablespoon salt.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10-13 minutes (they should easily be pierced with a sharp knife).
Drain potatoes and add milk, cream cheese, butter, ½ teaspoon salt, garlic powder, parsley and pepper and mash just until smooth and combined. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve.