Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes

These Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes are packed with flavor thanks to a hearty amount of minced garlic, garlic powder, and grated parmesan cheese. They are smooth, fluffy, creamy, and the perfect side dish for any meal.

Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes peeled, cut into quarters
3.5 tsp salt divided
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons minced garlic
0.75 cup whole milk
0.33 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
0.75 cup grated parmesan cheese
Fresh chives or scallions for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes.
While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until aromatic and just starting to brown.
Turn heat to low and add milk and heavy cream to the saucepan. Heat until hot, but not boiling.
Return the cooked potatoes to the pot and mash with a hand masher until desired consistency is reached.
Add the hot garlic, milk, and cream mixture, garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 0.5 teaspoon pepper to the potatoes and stir to combine.
Fold in the grated parmesan cheese. Serve mashed potatoes topped with chopped chives or scallions and additional butter, if desired.

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