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A bowl of creamy garlic mashed potatoes, perfectly seasoned and fluffy.

Quick way to grow perfect Garlic Mashed Potatoes

This recipe delivers creamy, flavorful garlic mashed potatoes in no time, perfect for a weeknight side dish or a special meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs potatoes
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.25 cup butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • potato masher

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large pot.
  2. Add enough cold water to cover the potatoes, season with a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil.
Cooking
  1. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  2. Drain the potatoes thoroughly using a colander.
Mashing and Finishing
  1. Return the drained potatoes to the empty pot and add minced garlic, milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy, then taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, roast the garlic before adding it to the potatoes. You can also experiment with adding fresh herbs like chives or parsley.