Garlicky Mashed Potatoes

Name: Garlicky Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients: 3 pounds Idaho potatoes, peeled; 6 cloves garlic, peeled; 3/4 cup hot milk; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, or 2 tablespoons olive oil

5 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

3 pounds Idaho potatoes, peeled
6 cloves garlic, peeled
3/4 cup hot milk
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, or 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1

Cut the potatoes into uniform two-inch chunks and place in a heavy saucepan along with the garlic.
2

Cover with water, bring to a boil, lower heat to medium and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
3

Drain the potatoes and garlic and mash the potatoes and garlic together.
4

Stir in the hot milk, season to taste with salt and pepper and add the butter -- less if desired -- or oil.
5

Serve at once.