Description
Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes bring a creamy, buttery texture intertwined with aromatic garlic and herbs, making them perfect for family gatherings or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon gold or russet potatoes
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or rosemary)
- 1 teaspoon fresh sage
Instructions
- Place peeled and quartered potatoes in a pot, cover with salted water, and boil until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain potatoes thoroughly, then mash until smooth in the pot.
- Melt butter and garlic in a saucepan until fragrant, then stir in warmed heavy cream and mix into the potatoes.
- Add salt, black pepper, chives, thyme, and sage; adjust seasoning to taste.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm.
Notes
Drain potatoes well to avoid a watery mash.
Use warm cream for fluffier mashed potatoes.
Taste and adjust seasoning throughout the process.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg