Garlic Mashed Potatoes

These garlic mashed potatoes are buttery, with hints of garlic and are the perfect side dish for all of your fall and winter dinners.

Looking for more side dish recipes? Specifically for thanksgiving? Try my au gratin potatoes, easy cloverleaf rolls, green bean casserole or sweet potato casserole.

Any dinner would be declared totally complete with the addition of these garlic mashed potatoes. They are delicious!

My method is to saute the garlic in butter until softened, press with a garlic press and add the soft minced garlic to the potatoes. Cooking the garlic first gives it a nice soft garlic flavor instead of adding raw garlic to your potatoes. You could also roast your garlic if you have the time.

I love potatoes at thanksgiving. No matter if you are making a turkey, ham or roast, potatoes always pair well and keep everyone happy. Your biggest decision will be what type of potatoes to make. I also have a recipe for regular mashed potatoes, loaded mashed potatoes, au gratin potatoes and baked mashed potatoes.

How To Make Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Peel the garlic pieces and cut the husky side off the garlic. In a small sauce pot melt the butter over low heat and add the smashed garlic. Heat this on low, stirring occasionally while you prep and cook the potatoes.

Keep an eye on the garlic. You may even need to turn the burner all the way off ocassionally. If it gets too warm it crisps the garlic instead of softening it. Be mindful of this.

Peel the potatoes and cut into cubes. Rinse the potatoes until the water runs clear. Put the potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring the potatoes to a low boil and cook until fork tender.

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Place the pot back on your stove and heat over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. This process removes excess moisture from the potatoes and makes them super fluffy (don’t skip this step).

Spoon out the garlic from the potatoes and run through a garlic press.

Transfer the potatoes to a bowl and mash. While they are still steaming hot pour in the hot butter and garlic, stir. Stir in the warm cream. Serve.