Garlic Mashed Potatoes

5 ingredients
6 steps

Ingredients

  • 5 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes (about 2 1/2 pounds)
  • 15 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
  • 2 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream

Directions

  1. 1
    Place potatoes, garlic and 1 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan; add enough water to cover.
  2. 2
    Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
  3. 3
    Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes; drain.
  4. 4
    Transfer potatoes and garlic to a mixing bowl; mash or put through ricer.
  5. 5
    Add butter, cream and remaining salt; beat until smooth.
  6. 6
    Do not overbeat potatoes lest they turn into a glutenous mass!

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