Mashed Potatoes with Garlic Basil and Chives
Creamy, dreamy, and packed with herbaceous flavor, these Mashed Potatoes with Garlic Basil and Chives are the ultimate upgrade to your classic mashed potato recipe. Made with buttery Russet potatoes mashed until velvety smooth, this dish is elevated by roasted garlic cloves for a deep, caramelized sweetness and fresh basil and chives for a burst of bright, herby goodness. A warm blend of heavy cream and melted butter ensures unmatched creaminess, while a subtle touch of olive oil ties all the flavors together. Perfect as a side dish for any dinner or holiday feast, these flavorful mashed potatoes are easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress. Garnish with extra chives for a picture-perfect finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 4 large Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and cut the potatoes into evenly sized chunks (about 1-inch pieces).
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the potatoes for 20-25 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the unpeeled garlic cloves on a piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap tightly. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, or until soft and fragrant.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit uncovered for 2-3 minutes to let excess moisture evaporate.
Squeeze the roasted garlic out of their skins into the pot with the potatoes.
Warm the heavy cream and butter in a small saucepan over low heat until the butter is melted.
Mash the potatoes and roasted garlic with a potato masher or ricer until smooth.
Gradually stir in the warmed butter and cream mixture until the potatoes reach your desired consistency.
Finely chop the basil leaves and chives. Fold them into the mashed potatoes.
Season the mashed potatoes with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve warm as a side dish and garnish with additional chives, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1850 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.1 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.0 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 3718 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.2 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 5220 mg | 111% | |
*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.
