Herbed Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Name: Herbed Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 12 servings (3/4 cup each).
Cuisine: Comfort Food Recipes, Comfort Food Side Dishes, Comfort Food Vegetarian Recipes
Ingredients: 10 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (about 5 pounds); 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme; 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 3/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 1/4 to 1/3 cup 2% milk

I call these the best mashed potatoes ever! The first time I made them was for Thanksgiving a few years ago. Everyone loved them so much that now when my family wants mashed potatoes for dinner, I make them this way. —Sandra Stout, Satellite Beach, Florida

Ingredients

10 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (about 5 pounds)
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 to 1/3 cup 2% milk

Directions

Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and return to pan.
Add garlic, butter, herbs, salt and pepper; mash potatoes. Gradually add cream and enough milk to reach desired consistency.

Originally published as Best Mashed Potatoes Ever in Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook 2013