Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
This Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe delivers perfectly smooth, buttery mashed potatoes infused with the rich, mellow flavor of roasted garlic. Made with simple ingredients like russet potatoes, garlic cloves, butter, sour cream, and milk, this comforting side dish is easy to prepare and pairs wonderfully with a variety of main courses. Garnished with fresh parsley, it offers a deliciously creamy texture and a burst of garlicky goodness in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Garlic
- 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 5–6 garlic cloves, peeled
- Salt, to taste
Dairy and Seasoning
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes & Garlic: Place the peeled and chopped russet potatoes along with the peeled garlic cloves into a large pot. Cover everything with cold water, add salt to taste, then bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender and soft when pierced.
- Drain and Rest: Drain the cooked potatoes and garlic using a colander, letting them sit for 2–3 minutes to allow excess steam to evaporate, which prevents watery mashed potatoes.
- Mash the Potatoes: Return the drained potatoes and garlic back into the pot. Add the unsalted butter, sour cream, and milk. Using a potato masher or a hand mixer, mash the potatoes and garlic together until you achieve a smooth and creamy texture without lumps.
- Season to Taste: Season the mashed potatoes with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference. Stir gently to evenly distribute the seasoning.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the creamy garlic mashed potatoes into a serving bowl. Optionally sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and fresh flavor. Serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- For extra garlicky flavor, you can roast the garlic cloves beforehand.
- Use warm milk when mixing to keep the potatoes hot and creamy.
- For vegan or dairy-free options, substitute butter and sour cream with plant-based alternatives.
- Russet potatoes are preferred because of their high starch content, which yields fluffier mashed potatoes.
- Don’t overmix to avoid gummy texture; mash until just smooth.
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