Description
A delightful recipe for creamy garlic mashed potatoes that combines buttery potatoes with aromatic garlic for a satisfying side dish.
Ingredients
- Potatoes: 2 lbs (about 900 grams), preferably Yukon Gold or Russet
- Butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick or 113 grams)
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Salt: 1 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Shredded cheese: 1 cup (about 100 grams), cheddar or your choice
Instructions
- Select the right potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet).
- Prepare the garlic by peeling and mincing it.
- Cook the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot to keep warm.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
- Add sautéed garlic, butter, heavy cream, salt, and pepper; mix until well combined.
- Fold in the shredded cheese until melted and evenly distributed.
- Serve with optional garnishes like melted butter and additional cheese.
Notes
- Choose high-quality ingredients for the best results.
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with broth.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like chives or parsley for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: creamy garlic mashed potatoes, comfort food, side dish, easy recipe