Aligot (Cheesy Potatoes)

These aligot cheesy potatoes are a French comfort food classic. The mashed potatoes are mixed with cheese and garlic for a rich and flavorful side dish.

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot over medium-high heat, add the potatoes, garlic, and cover with cold water. Add a big pinch of salt.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain potatoes and garlic in a colander and press them through the holes of the colander with a metal spoon back into the pot. Alternatively, use a potato ricer.

4. 4

   Add the butter and one clove of garlic to the potatoes and stir over medium-low heat with a rubber spatula until melted and smooth.

5. 5

   Pour in the heavy cream and stir again until combined.

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   Gradually add in the cheese, stirring between each addition, until completely melted.

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   Continue stirring the potatoes until smooth, thick, and elastic.

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   Begin to stretch the potatoes upwards with the spatula. If the mixture is breaking, add in more cheese. If the mixture is too thick add in more cream.

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   Serve immediately as a side with roasted veggies or a meat of choice, or alone with fresh chopped garlic!

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    Enjoy!

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