Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes
A delicious and creamy twist on classic mashed potatoes, featuring rich garlic flavor and fresh herbs. Perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons roasted garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced basil
- 1 tablespoon minced rosemary
- 1 tablespoon minced thyme
- 1 tablespoon minced chives
- 2 teaspoons salt
- to taste freshly ground pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by cleaning 2 pounds of Yukon gold potatoes. Cut them into 1-inch sized pieces.
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and fill it with water to cover the potatoes.
- Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-high. Cook the potatoes until they are fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes in a colander and return them to the large pot.
Mixing
- Add in 4 tablespoons of cream cheese, 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, 4 tablespoons of roasted garlic, 1 tablespoon each of minced basil, rosemary, thyme, and chives, 2 teaspoons of salt, and freshly ground pepper.
- Use a hand mixer or potato masher to mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
Serving
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove, adding a splash of milk or cream for creaminess. For variations, you can use different herbs or add a pinch of red pepper flakes.