Supreme Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Combine potatoes and carrots in a large pot and fill with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Add garlic and reduce heat to simmer until potatoes and carrots are tender, about 35 minutes.
3. 3
   Drain and keep 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
4. 4
   Mash the potatoes and carrots with a hand masher.
5. 5
   Combine chicken broth and butter in a small pan; heat over medium heat until the butter melts.
6. 6
   Slowly stir broth mixture into the mashed potatoes and carrots.
7. 7
   If nacessary, add the reserved cooking liquid until the potatoes reach the desired thickness. Server while hot.