Garlic Herbed Mashed Potatoes
Elevate your side dish game with these indulgently creamy Garlic Herbed Mashed Potatoes, a recipe that’s bursting with flavor and perfectly textured for ultimate comfort food satisfaction. Made with buttery Yukon Gold potatoes, roasted garlic, and a dreamy blend of fresh parsley and chives, this dish brings a delightful savory richness to every bite. Warm heavy cream and a hint of black pepper create a luxuriously smooth consistency, while the aromatic herbs add a fresh touch that’s both vibrant and wholesome. Ready in just 45 minutes, these mashed potatoes are ideal for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or whenever you’re craving a crowd-pleasing classic with a gourmet twist. Pair them with roasted meats or serve them as a standalone star—either way, these herbed mashed potatoes are guaranteed to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 6 whole Garlic cloves
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and chop the Yukon Gold potatoes into evenly sized chunks for uniform cooking.
Place the potatoes into a large pot and fill it with enough cold water to cover the potatoes by at least 1 inch.
Add a pinch of salt to the water and bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the roasted garlic. Heat a small skillet over low heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the garlic cloves and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and return them to the hot pot to remove excess moisture.
Using a potato masher or ricer, mash the potatoes until smooth.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream and remaining butter over low heat until the butter has melted and the mixture is warmed through. Do not boil.
Add the warmed cream mixture, roasted garlic (mashing the cloves slightly with the back of a spoon), salt, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes. Stir until well combined and creamy.
Finely chop the parsley and chives, and fold them into the mashed potatoes.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve the Garlic Herbed Mashed Potatoes hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs on top for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 112.7 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.0 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 2482 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.7 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 20.6 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 3976 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
