Description
These Easy Garlic Mashed Potatoes are creamy, flavorful, and the perfect side dish for any meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this comfort food classic in no time.
Ingredients
Potatoes:
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
Garlic Butter:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Other Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- Make Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan, sauté the minced garlic in the melted butter until fragrant.
- Mash Potatoes: Mash the cooked potatoes with the garlic butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the garlic mashed potatoes hot, garnished with additional melted butter or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For extra creamy potatoes, use a potato ricer or food mill to mash them.
- You can add sour cream or cream cheese for extra richness.