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Garlic mashed potato served in a black bowl placed on a white surface
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Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Sides
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 457kcal
Author: Beginner Food

Ingredients

  • 2 russet potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup half and half
  • Any herbs you like optional

Instructions

  • Finely chop or press garlic
  • Scrub potatoes with water
  • Add potatoes to pot and cover with water until 1 inch above potatoes
  • Bring to a boil for 40 minutes or until fork enters easily
  • Add butter, salt, garlic, and any herbs to small sauce pan
  • After potatoes are done, cut them in half and rice them into mixing bowl. If you don’t have a ricer, you can use a potato masher or a fork to mash them up.
  • Add half and half to butter mixture and then add to riced potatoes
  • Stir briefly (like 5 full circles, do not over miix)
  • Serve

Nutrition

Calories: 457kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 1391mg | Potassium: 999mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 917IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 2mg