Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Time: 40 mins

Ingredients

• 5 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes (about 2 1/2 pounds)
• 15 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
• 2 teaspoons salt, divided
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup whipping cream

Directions

• 1 Place potatoes, garlic and 1 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan; add enough water to cover.
• 2 Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
• 3 Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes; drain.
• 4 Transfer potatoes and garlic to a mixing bowl; mash or put through ricer.
• 5 Add butter, cream and remaining salt; beat until smooth.
• 6 Do not overbeat potatoes lest they turn into a glutenous mass!