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Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Silky mashed potatoes infused with roasted garlic, butter, and milk. Ready in under 20 minutes—the perfect creamy side for gravy, roasted vegetables, and dinner rolls.

Total time
18 min
Servings
4
Calories
248
Protein
4g
Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut potatoes into 1-inch chunks; peel garlic cloves and leave whole.

  2. Step 2

    Boil potatoes and garlic in salted water until potatoes are fork-tender, about 12 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Drain well and return to the hot pot; add butter and milk.

  4. Step 4

    Mash until creamy and smooth, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. Step 5

    Serve hot alongside gravy, roasted vegetables, and dinner rolls.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • colander
  • potato masher
  • spoon

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