Garlic Mashed Potatoes

By ghudsontx

Ingredients

• 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

Details

Servings 6
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 40mins

Preparation

Step 1

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!