Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe
These Garlic Mashed Potatoes are a classic side dish taken up a notch! This recipe makes smooth, creamy, buttery, garlicky mashed potatoes that are ready in just 30 minutes!
Servings 6 servings
Calories 295cal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup half and half
- ½ cup salted butter
- 5-6 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel potatoes and cut into 1" cubes.
- Place into a large pot and just cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon salt.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and continue simmering until tender, about 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine half and half, butter, garlic cloves and dried parsley in a small skillet. Bring to a low simmer over medium heat (do not boil!) and let simmer until potatoes are cooked, stirring occasionally. If it appears separated, it is fine.
- When potatoes are cooked, drain and add half and half to potatoes in pot. Mash until smooth (or desired smoothness). Taste and adjust seasonings to your preferences.
Nutrition
Calories: 295cal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 535mg | Potassium: 675mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 581IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg