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Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Garlic Mashed Potatoes are an easy side dish for any meal and delicious enough to serve for holiday dinners and celebrations. Creamy whipped potatoes made with garlic butter that is a flavorful addition to your next dinner. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: creamy mashed potatoes, garlic butter mashed potatoes, mashed potatoes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 378kcal
Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 2 garlic cloves grated or minced
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided use
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • Wash and peel potatoes. Cut into 1-2 inch chunks, place in a large pan and cover with cold water.
  • Season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and bring to a boil.  Boil potatoes until cooked through and tender, about 30 minutes.  
  • Drain well.  Meanwhile, in a small saucepan combine butter and garlic, cooking over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.  
  • Remove from heat.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine drained potatoes, garlic butter, milk, sour cream, remaining salt, and pepper.  
  • Beat with electric mixer until all is well combined and potatoes are whipped to your liking.  
  • Serve immediately or cover and keep warm until serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 511mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g