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Creamiest Mashed Potatoes

Name: Creamiest Mashed Potatoes
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lb yukon gold potato; 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste; ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 sprigs fresh rosemary; 1 head garlic, crushed; butter, for serving; freshly ground black pepper, to taste; finely chopped fresh chives, for serving; gravy, for serving

By Tasty40 min4 servings

These delicious mashed potatoes are the creamiest! Yukon Gold potatoes are boiled, mashed, and mixed with melted butter, heavy cream, garlic, and rosemary for a swoon-worthy side.

Instructions

1
On a cutting board, peel the potatoes. Place the potatoes in a large bowl of cold water after peeling to prevent discoloration.
2
Dice the potatoes into 1-inch (2-cm) cubes.
3
Add the potatoes to a large pot of cold water, along with the salt. Bring to a soft boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 12 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
4
Drain the potatoes in a colander, then return to the pot. Increase the heat to medium-high and stir the potatoes around for 2-3 minutes to evaporate any excess moisture.
5
Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl and mash with a potato masher, potato ricer, or by pushing through a fine mesh sieve with a spatula.
6
Add the melted butter and stir to incorporate, then season with salt to taste.
7
In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream, rosemary, and garlic. Bring to a simmer over low heat, let simmer for a few minutes, then remove the pot from the heat and strain through a fine mesh sieve.
8
Gradually add the cream mixture to the potatoes, a little at a time, stirring until fully incorporated.
9
Top with a pat of butter, freshly ground black pepper, and a sprinkle with chives, or gravy, if desired.
10
Serve warm.
11
Enjoy!