GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

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Easy rich, creamy mashed potatoes. Garlic is cooked and mashed with the potatoes. From Taste of Home, by Myra Innes.

Provided by LonghornMama

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

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

Steps:

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

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