Garlic Smashed Potatoes Recipe
garlic | butter | cream | chive
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Ingredients
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Potatoes
Flavorings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prep the Potatoes
Wash the Yukon Gold potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Cut them into quarters to ensure they cook evenly.
- 2
Prepare the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside. You can either chop them roughly or keep them whole, depending on your preference for garlic flavor.
- 3
Chop the Chives
Finely chop the fresh chives and set them aside for garnishing later.
Cooking
- 4
Boil the Potatoes
In a large pot, add the quartered potatoes and cover them with water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- 5
Add Garlic
During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the peeled garlic cloves to the pot to cook alongside the potatoes.
- 6
- 7
Add Butter and Cream
Add the unsalted butter and heavy cream to the drained potatoes and garlic. Use a potato masher or fork to smash them together until you reach your desired consistency, either chunky or creamy.
- 8
Season and Serve
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped chives and mix gently. Serve warm as a side dish.