Certainly, here is the recipe for Easy Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes:
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes | 2 pounds |
| Heavy cream | 3/4 cup |
| Butter | 1/2 cup (1 stick) |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 4 cloves |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Pepper | To taste |
| (Optional) Chopped fresh chives for garnish |
Cooking Guide:
- Peel the potatoes (or leave the skin on if desired, scrub well). Cut them into 1-inch cubes.
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Add salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- While the potatoes are cooking, heat the cream, butter, garlic, and salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Let it simmer gently for 5 minutes, allowing the garlic to infuse the cream.
- Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot.
- Slowly pour the warm cream mixture into the pot with the potatoes. Mash the potatoes with a hand-held masher or an electric mixer on low speed until they reach your desired consistency (smooth or slightly chunky).
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- (Optional) For extra creaminess, stir in 1/4 cup sour cream at the end.
- (Optional) Garnish with chopped fresh chives before serving.
Tips:
- Use russet potatoes for a fluffier texture or Yukon Gold potatoes for a denser and creamier texture.
- Don’t overcook the potatoes, as they will become mushy.
- For richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water to boil the potatoes.
- To reheat leftover mashed potatoes, add a splash of milk or cream and heat gently over low heat, stirring occasionally, to prevent them from drying out.
Enjoy these delicious and easy mashed potatoes!
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