Garlic & Herb Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Potatoes

   Peel and chop the Russet potatoes into evenly sized chunks.

2. 2

   Boil the Potatoes

   Place the chopped potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

3. 3

   Prepare the Garlic

   While the potatoes are boiling, peel the garlic cloves and finely chop them.

4. 4

   Cook the Garlic

   In a small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Remove from heat and set aside.

5. 5

   Drain and Mash the Potatoes

   Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them in a colander. Return the potatoes to the pot and mash them using a potato masher or ricer.

6. 6

   Mix in the Ingredients

   Add the remaining 3/4 cup of butter, heavy cream, sautéed garlic with its butter, fresh parsley, fresh chives, black pepper, and additional salt to taste to the mashed potatoes.

7. 7

   Blend Until Smooth

   Stir everything together until the potatoes are creamy and well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

8. 8

   Serve

   Transfer the garlic and herb mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with additional chives or parsley if desired. Serve warm.