Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Name: Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6-8 servings.
Ingredients: 5 pounds medium potatoes, peeled and cubed; 3 garlic cloves, peeled; 3 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup 2% milk; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup chopped green onions, optional; 1/8 teaspoon paprika, optional

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Total Time

Prep: 20 min. Cook: 20 min.

Makes

6-8 servings

Updated: Oct. 20, 2022

I love potatoes, mashed ones especially. This company-worthy version is a superb accompaniment to the beef roast I serve at our holiday meal. Cream cheese adds richness while garlic delivers distinctive flavor. —Lise Thomson, Cut Bank, Montana

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Ingredients

5 pounds medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 garlic cloves, peeled
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions, optional
1/8 teaspoon paprika, optional

Directions

Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain.
Place potatoes and garlic in a large bowl. Add cream cheese, milk, butter, salt and pepper; beat until smooth.
Transfer potato mixture to a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with onions and paprika if desired.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 238 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 368mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.

Creamy Mashed Potatoes

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