Chunky Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

9 servings

Updated: Oct. 22, 2022
I like to dress up these mashed spuds with a whole bulb of roasted garlic. It may seem like overkill, but once cooked, any harshness mellows out and you're left with sweet and delicate garlic flavor. —Mrs. Jackie Gregston, Hallsville, Texas
Chunky Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into quarters
  • 1 whole garlic bulb, cloves separated and peeled
  • 1/2 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Fresh thyme leaves, optional

Directions

  1. Place potatoes and garlic cloves in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat butter and cream; keep warm. Drain potatoes and garlic; return to pan. Add the horseradish, salt, pepper and butter mixture; mash to reach desired consistency. Garnish with thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 223 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 301mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.