Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Make Mashed Potatoes Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Dairy
Seasoning
Method
Preparation
- 1
Peel and Cut Potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut them into quarters for even cooking.
- 2
Prep Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and set aside.
Cooking
- 3
Boil Potatoes
Place the cut potatoes and garlic cloves in a large pot, cover with water, and add salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- 4
Drain Potatoes
Once the potatoes are tender, drain the water from the pot, leaving the garlic cloves with the potatoes.
Mashing
- 5
Add Ingredients
Add butter, milk, and cream cheese to the drained potatoes and garlic.
- 6
Mash Potatoes
Using a potato masher or a hand mixer, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust with more milk if needed for desired consistency.
- 7
Season
Stir in black pepper and additional salt to taste. If using, fold in chives for added flavor.
Serving
- 8
Serve Warm
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and serve warm.
