Whether a side dish at a holiday meal or on a Sunday night, mashed potatoes are a staple cold weather comfort food. This side dish can be made in so many delicious variations but one of my favorites is this recipe for Garlic Chive Mashed Potatoes. This is an elevated take on a comfort food classic that you’re sure to love!
what potato should you use for Garlic Chive Mashed Potatoes
There are many different types of potatoes, but not all potatoes are created equal! For the perfect mashed potato dish, use a potato with a higher starch content such as Russets or Yukon Golds. Waxy potato varieties like red potatoes require more mashing to make them creamy, however the extra mashing can lead to a change in texture. When potatoes are overworked they become tough and have a paste like consistency.
tips and tricks for perfect mashed potatoes
- Peel potatoes before cooking them
- Cut potatoes into equal sized chunks to cook fasted and evenly
- Remove any eyes or rot before cooking
- Salt the water
- Don’t overcook, potatoes should be fork tender but not mush
- Season potatoes with salt and pepper when mashing
how to make mashed potatoes creamy
To make the creamiest mashed potatoes you want to add both butter and milk to them while mashing. I add in softened butter and warmed milk so that it does not cool down the potatoes too much. You can also add cream to the mixture is desired, but be aware that cream has more fat and can change the taste and texture more than milk.
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Garlic Chive Mashed Potatoes
Whether a side dish at a holiday meal or on a Sunday night, mashed potatoes are a staple cold weather comfort food. This side dish can be made in so many delicious variations but one of my favorites is this recipe for Garlic Chive Mashed Potatoes. This is an elevated take on a comfort food classic that you're sure to love!
Ingredients
- 2 Pounds Potatoes Yukon Gold or Russet
- Salt
- Pepper
- 3 Tbsp Butter
- 3/4 Cup Milk
- 1/2 Cup Chive Sliced
- 3 Cloves Garlic Minced
Instructions
Peel and slice potatoes, removing any brown spots while doing so.
Place potatoes in a large pot and fill up with enough water to just cover the potatoes. Season water with salt. Bring water to a boil. Once water is boiling, reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 15 minutes.
Drain potatoes and return them to empty pot. Add butter, milk, salt and pepper then begin to mash until smooth. Fold in Chive and garlic while potatoes are still warm. Serve warm and enjoy!
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susan | the wimpy vegetarian says
This is one of my favorite ways to have mashed potatoes. Great tips to get the best success – especially how to make them nice and creamy 🙂 !
Veena Azmanov says
One of my kids favorite and flavorful dish. I love it too.
Diana Reis says
Simple and delicious. You really can’t beat perfect mashed potatoes like these.
Valentina says
Oooh, so delicious! I’m loving how incredibly comforting this dish is. I would love it beneath a very saucy meat dish. Yum!
Irina says
It is a great way to upgrade a simple dish – Mashed Potatoes – into a delicious and appetizing meal! Bookmarking for later. Surely, will try to make it! DELICIOUS!