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Garlicky Mashed Potatoes

4.3

(15)

This recipe is an accompaniment for Southern Fried Chicken .

Make sure you leave the peel on the potatoes, to add extra flavor and texture to this comforting side dish.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 4 cups

Ingredients

2 pounds red-skinned new potatoes
8 large garlic cloves, peeled
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup whipping cream
3 tablespoons butter

Preparation

  1. Place potatoes and garlic in heavy medium pot. Cover potatoes with water. Add 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender when pierced with skewer, about 25 minutes. Drain. Return potatoes and garlic to pot. Add whipping cream and butter. Using potato masher, mash until well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

TagsRed Skin PotatoPotatoRoot VegetableVegetableGarlicSideDinnerNut FreeGluten FreeVegetarian5 Ingredients or FewerWeeknight MealsEasyQuickSimmerBon Appétit
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