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Creamy mashed potatoes topped with fresh chives and melted butter. Perfect side dish for any meal.

Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

A quick and easy mashed potato recipe! It's creamy, garlicky, and oh so delicious!
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, French
Keyword: creamy, mashed potatoes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 607kcal
Author: Lola Jay

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs russet potatoes
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • 1.5 teaspoon salt more depending on your preference
  • ¾ cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup creme fraîche
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon chives for garnish
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Instructions

  • Wash and peel your potatoes.
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  • Slice your potatoes horizontally and then vertically. Leave them in larger pieces so they absorb less water and cook evenly.
    Person slicing potatoes on a wooden cutting board with a sharp knife.
  • Add your potatoes and garlic cloves to a large pot of water. Make sure the water is cold so your potatoes cook evenly. Never boil your water first. Generously salt the water and bring to a boil.
    Person adding chopped potatoes into a pot of water on a wooden surface.
  • Cook for 15 minutes or until your potatoes are tender to the fork.
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  • Strain your potatoes and warm up your butter, cream and milk on the stove or in the microwave.
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  • Slowly add in your milk mixture, making sure to combine well in between. I'm using a potato masher because I prefer chunky mashed potatoes but you can also use a potato ricer or handheld mixer, making sure not to over combine.
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  • Add in your salt, creme fraiche, and black pepper and combine.
    Bowl of creamy mashed potatoes with a dollop of sour cream, ready for mixing on a wooden countertop.
  • Top off with some fresh chives and butter and you are ready to serve!
    Creamy mashed potatoes in a white bowl topped with fresh chopped chives on a wooden table.

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Nutrition

Calories: 607kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 923mg | Potassium: 1546mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1185IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 147mg | Iron: 3mg