Mashed Potatoes Extraordinaire

Elevate your side dish game with Mashed Potatoes Extraordinaire, a luxuriously creamy and flavorful take on a classic comfort food. Featuring fluffy Russet potatoes infused with the subtle sweetness of garlic, this recipe is enriched with unsalted butter, heavy cream, and a touch of milk for the perfect velvety texture. The addition of grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chives introduces a gourmet twist, making every bite irresistibly savory and aromatic. Ready in just 40 minutes, these mashed potatoes are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Garnished with extra chives or Parmesan, this rich side pairs beautifully with roasted meats, poultry, or vegetables. Perfect for those searching for creamy mashed potatoes recipes, garlic mashed potatoes, or crowd-pleasing holiday sides!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 0.25 cups Milk
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized 1-inch chunks. This ensures they cook evenly.

Step 2

Fill a large pot with water, add the potatoes, and bring to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 3

While the potatoes are boiling, peel the garlic cloves and add them to the pot to cook along with the potatoes for extra flavor.

Step 4

Cook the potatoes and garlic until they are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 5

Drain the potatoes and garlic thoroughly. Return them to the empty pot and place them over low heat for 2 minutes to evaporate excess moisture.

Step 6

In a small saucepan, combine the butter, heavy cream, and milk. Heat over low heat until the butter melts and the mixture is warmed through, but do not let it boil.

Step 7

Using a potato masher or ricer, mash the potatoes and garlic in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, use a hand mixer for a creamier consistency.

Step 8

Gradually add the warmed butter and cream mixture to the mashed potatoes, stirring gently until fully incorporated and smooth.

Step 9

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh chives, ground black pepper, and additional salt to taste if needed.

Step 10

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish, garnish with extra chives or Parmesan if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1233.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2105.1

Total Fat 125.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 351.5mg	0%
Sodium 3244.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 206.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 13.5g
Protein 45.8g	0%

Vitamin D 26.8IU	0%
Calcium 696.1mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 5257.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 38.7%