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Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Chives

Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Chives

Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Chives are a flavorful twist on classic comfort food perfect for any occasion! Try this easy recipe today.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large russet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 4 cloves garlic roasted
  • 1 cup heavy cream warmed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives finely chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling
  • Potato masher or ricer
  • Baking sheet and foil for roasting garlic
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Start by peeling and cubing the potatoes.
  2. Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. While the potatoes are boiling, roast your garlic by drizzling it with olive oil, wrapping in foil, and baking at 400°F for about 20 minutes.
  4. Drain the potatoes and let them sit for a minute to dry out.
  5. In a large bowl, mash the potatoes until smooth.
  6. Add the warm cream and melted butter, mixing gently.
  7. Fold in the roasted garlic and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Finally, sprinkle in the chives.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This creamy garlic mashed potato dish is perfect as a side for any meal and can be made lighter by using half-and-half or whole milk instead of heavy cream.
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