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Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Creamy and savory, these Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes are a perfect comfort dish infused with the rich flavors of garlic and fresh rosemary, making them ideal for family dinners or holiday feasts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes Use Yukon gold for creaminess.
  • 3 cloves garlic Whole cloves for flavor infusion.
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary Fresh rosemary adds herbaceous flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened Enhances creaminess.
  • ½ cup heavy cream For a rich texture.
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt Plus 1 tablespoon for cooking potatoes.
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the Yukon gold potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of kosher salt.
Cooking Potatoes
  1. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then lower the heat to medium and let the potatoes simmer for about 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
Cream Mixture
  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream and unsalted butter, stirring until the butter melts and the mixture is warm (do not boil).
  2. Add the garlic cloves and rosemary sprigs to the warm mixture and let steep for about 10 minutes.
Mashing Potatoes
  1. Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash them until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add the warm cream mixture to the mashed potatoes and mix well. Season with the remaining kosher salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve the mashed potatoes hot. Optionally, garnish with additional rosemary sprigs and a pat of butter on top.

Notes

For extra richness, consider mixing in cheese or sour cream. Store leftovers properly to maintain texture.