Description
Creamy Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate side dish for Thanksgiving, combining rich flavors and a smooth texture that complements any holiday meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds of potatoes
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup of fresh herbs (such as parsley, thyme, and chives)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the garlic butter, heavy cream, and fresh herbs to the potatoes.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm as a side dish for Thanksgiving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with milk or a dairy-free alternative.
- Feel free to add more herbs according to your taste preference.
- These mashed potatoes can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg