Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes, a delightful side dish that brings warmth and flavor to any meal. Made with Yukon gold potatoes, fresh rosemary, and fragrant garlic, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a comforting staple that’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and festive gatherings. Whether served alongside grilled chicken or enjoyed on their own, these mashed potatoes are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus 1 tablespoon for cooking potatoes
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the potatoes: Place cubed Yukon gold potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain.
- Warm the cream: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream and unsalted butter until melted and warm.
- Infuse flavors: Add garlic cloves and rosemary sprigs to the warm cream mixture; steep for about 10 minutes before removing herbs.
- Mash the potatoes: Return drained potatoes to the pot and mash using a potato masher or ricer to your desired smoothness.
- Combine: Gradually mix in the warm cream mixture while seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot: Garnish with fresh rosemary or an extra pat of butter if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg