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Amazing 8 Buttery Mashed Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary

Buttery Mashed Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary
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Create the ultimate holiday side dish with these creamy, buttery mashed potatoes infused with fragrant fresh garlic and rosemary. This recipe brings warmth and deep flavor to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Place the peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot. Cover them with cold, salted water.
  2. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Cook the potatoes until they are fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. While the potatoes cook, gently warm the milk in a small saucepan over low heat. Do not boil.
  4. Melt the butter in a separate small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped rosemary. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown. Remove from heat.
  5. Drain the potatoes well and return them to the hot, empty pot. Let them sit for one minute to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
  6. Mash the potatoes thoroughly using a potato masher or ricer until smooth.
  7. Gradually add the warm milk to the mashed potatoes, mixing until you reach your desired consistency. Add the heavy cream now if using.
  8. Stir in the garlic-rosemary butter mixture. Mix until just combined.
  9. Season generously with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use starchy potatoes like Russets for the fluffiest results.
  • Warming the milk prevents the potatoes from cooling down too quickly during mashing.
  • For extra richness, substitute half of the milk with sour cream or cream cheese.
  • You can prepare the potatoes through step 4 ahead of time; just reheat before mashing.

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