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Creamy mashed potatoes with butter and fresh chives

Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Fluffy, buttery mashed potatoes with a light garlic option and simple stovetop instructions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives finely chopped; optional garnish
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup whole milk warmed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground, to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled; optional

Equipment

  • potato masher

Method
 

  1. Place the potato chunks and optional peeled garlic in a large saucepan. Cover with cold water by 1 inch and season the water lightly with salt.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a steady simmer. Cook 15 to 18 minutes, until a knife slips easily into the largest piece.
  3. Drain thoroughly and return the potatoes to the warm pot. Set over low heat for 30 seconds, shaking gently, to let excess moisture evaporate.
  4. Mash the potatoes and garlic to your preferred texture.
  5. Warm the milk and butter together until the butter melts. Add gradually, folding between additions, until the potatoes are creamy but still hold their shape.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.