Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Place cut potatoes in colander.
2. 2
   Rinse under cold running water until water runs clear.
3. 3
   Drain thoroughly.
4. 4
   Melt 4 tablespoons butter in Dutch oven over medium heat.
5. 5
   Cook garlic and sugar, stirring often, until sticky and straw colored, 3 to 4 minutes.
6. 6
   Add rinsed potatoes, 1 1/4 cups half-and-hallf, water, and 1 teaspoon salt to pot and stir to combine.
7. 7
   Bring to boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered and stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, 25 to 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Off heat, add remaining butter to pot and mash with potato masther until smooth.
9. 9
   Using rubber spatula, fold in remaining half-and-half until liquid is absorbed and potatoes are creamy.
10. 10
    Season with salt and pepper.
11. 11
    Serve.