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A bowl of creamy garlic mashed potatoes, perfectly seasoned and fluffy.

Quick way to grow perfect Garlic Mashed Potatoes

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to prepare delicious garlic mashed potatoes, perfect as a side dish for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds potatoes
  • 4-6 garlic cloves minced
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.25 cup butter
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • potato masher

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and quarter the potatoes, then place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Cooking
  1. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. While the potatoes are cooking, mince the garlic cloves.
Mashing
  1. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the hot pot. Add the minced garlic, milk, and butter to the pot and mash until smooth, incorporating all ingredients.
Seasoning
  1. Season the mashed potatoes with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot as a delicious side dish.

Notes

For extra flavor, roast the garlic before mashing. Adjust milk and butter quantities for desired creaminess.