Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Somedays call for a big ole bowl of something comforting. These creamy herb and garlic mashed potatoes are luscious and creamy and full of wonderful flavor. The trick? Cook them in a heavy cream/ whole milk concoction and add some Boursin at the end to add phenomenal taste without making it complicated. Try this. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
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creamy garlic Mashed Potato Ingredients
- Yukon Gold Potatoes - my preferred potato of choice for mashed potatoes
- Whole Milk - gives this recipe a bit of richness and makes it easier to mash
- Heavy Cream - makes this recipe super rich
- Fresh Thyme - gives a lovely herbaceous note
- Garlic and Herb Boursin - the secret weapon
- Kosher Salt - make sure to use plenty
- Fresh Ground Pepper - a must
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Mashed potatoes are, in general, very simple to make. That said, these are no different. The biggest difference in this recipe and most others is that I cook my potatoes in milk and cream. This prevents any excess water and sogginess. We want creamy perfection in these potatoes. And, that's what we'll get!
Also, the creaminess comes from the type of potato used. I absolutely love Yukon gold for this recipe. We want the best result we can get. The best results come from using the best ingredients. Yukon gold's give those results.
Now, if we are going to make the best creamy garlic mashed potatoes we can make, I must insist on using a potato ricer. It's a very simple tool, but completely eliminates any clumps. Pieces of potato are basically pushed through a fine sieve with a lever. It's very straightforward, and once you try it, you'll use it every single time.
recipe frequently asked questions
Is this Creamy Garlic Mashed Potato recipe gluten-free?
This recipe is absolutely gluten-free. No need to substitute anything!
Do I have to use Yukon gold potatoes?
For this mashed potato recipe, I do highly recommend the Yukon Gold. They are naturally creamy and just add a lovely velvety texture to this dish before cream even enters the picture. However, a russet potato will be great here.
Can I use a food processor for my mashed potatoes?
No. Use a hand masher, the back of a fork, or even the bottom of a wine bottle, but DO NOT USE A FOOD PROCESSOR. Food processors will turn these mashed potatoes into a thick glue that is almost inedible. Take my word for it. I've tried. Woof.
dishes that pair well with creamy garlic mashed potatoes
- Meatloaf Meatballs
- French Onion Pot Roast
- Oven Baked Salmon
- Sheet Pan Pork Tenderloin
- Roast Chicken
- French Onion Meatballs
how to make creamy garlic mashed potatoes
To begin our Creamy Garlic Mashed potatoes, add potatoes to a heavy-bottomed pot along with cream, milk, and thyme sprigs.
Cook on medium heat, maintaining a simmer until tender, about 30 minutes. Stir the potatoes often.
Once potatoes are tender, strain and reserve any excess cream/milk. Don't discard the cream and milk. We are gonna use that in a minute! Remove thyme sprigs.
Carefully, push potatoes through a ricer or hand mash into a large mixing bowl. Add the softened butter and Boursin cheese. Incorporate reserved cream/milk to desired consistency. Add kosher salt and pepper to your taste.
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Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into same-sized chunks
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2-3 sprigs thyme
- 8 oz butter, softened
- 1 round Garlic and Herb Boursin, softened
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or more to taste
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, or more to taste
Instructions
- Add potatoes to a heavy-bottomed pot along with cream, milk, and thyme sprigs. Cook on medium heat, maintaining a simmer until tender, about 30 minutes.
- Once potatoes are tender, strain and reserve any excess cream/milk. Remove thyme sprigs.
- Carefully, push potatoes through a ricer or hand mash. Add butter and Boursin cheese. Incorporate reserved cream/milk to desired consistency. Salt and pepper to your taste.
- Enjoy!
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-Rufus
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