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Garlic & Herb Mashed Red Potatoes

A hearty, creamy red potato mash with garlic and fresh herbs.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds of petite red potatoes, scrubbed and quartered
  • 4 tablespoons of butter
  • 3 cloves of garlic, finely minced
  • 3/4 cup of heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1/4 cup of fresh herbs, finely chopped

Instructions

  • Place scrubbed and quartered potatoes into a large pot and cover with water
  • Bring the water to a boil over high heat and then reduce to medium/medium low and simmer until the potatoes are fork tender
  • Drain the potatoes and let them sit covered with a towel for a few minutes 
  • Place the pot back over medium heat and add 4 tablespoons of butter and 3 finely minced cloves of garlic 
  • Cook until the butter has melted and the garlic is fragrant 
  • Add 3/4 cup of heavy cream, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper and whisk to combine
  • Remove the pot from the heat, carefully add the potatoes and mash them smooth
  • Add 1/4 cup of finely chopped herbs and use a flexible spatula to mix
  • Taste and add additional salt or black pepper, if necessary