Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Servings: 8 Servings
Ingredients
- 3 pounds russet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 6 garlic cloves peeled and chopped
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley for garnish
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Fill a large stockpot with water and season generously with salt.
- Place the potatoes and garlic into the pot of water and bring to a boil.3 pounds russet potatoes, 6 garlic cloves
- While the potatoes cook, place the butter and cream into a small saucepan over low heat. Continue heating until butter melts, stir cream and butter together. Remove from heat and set aside.⅔ cup heavy cream, ½ cup unsalted butter
- When potatoes are fork-tender, drain all the water reserving 1 cup.
- Use a hand mixer or potato masher to mix the potatoes and cream mixture. Add the reserved water if the potatoes are too dry or not creamy enough. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley (or extra butter) and serve.1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley
Notes
The calories listed are an approximation based on the listed ingredients and a serving size of 1/2-cup to 3/4-cup. Additionally, the calorie count does not include the extra butter shown as a garnish in the first and last photos. Actual calories will vary. The mashed potatoes can be stored in a sealed container in your fridge for up to three (3) days.
Nutrition Facts
Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Serving Size
0.5 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
307
% Daily Value*
Fat
19
g
29
%
Saturated Fat
12
g
60
%
Trans Fat
0.5
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Cholesterol
53
mg
18
%
Sodium
106
mg
4
%
Potassium
743
mg
21
%
Carbohydrates
32
g
11
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
690
IU
14
%
Vitamin C
11
mg
13
%
Calcium
43
mg
4
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
