Creamy Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Creamy and flavorful Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes made with Yukon gold potatoes, fresh rosemary, and roasted garlic, blended with butter and heavy cream for a rich and comforting side dish perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt (for cooking potatoes)
Garlic and Herbs
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
Dairy and Seasoning
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel (optional) and cut the Yukon gold potatoes into 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking. Rinse them under cold water to remove excess starch.
- Cook Potatoes and Garlic: Place the potatoes and whole garlic cloves in a large pot. Add water to cover the potatoes by about 1 inch and add 1 tablespoon kosher salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and Steam Dry: Drain the potatoes and garlic thoroughly in a colander, then return them to the hot pot. Let them sit on low heat for 1-2 minutes to remove excess moisture, shaking the pot occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Mash the Potatoes and Garlic: Using a potato masher or ricer, mash the potatoes and garlic together until smooth and creamy. Remove rosemary leaves from the stems and finely mince them.
- Add Butter, Cream, and Seasoning: Stir in the softened butter, heavy cream, minced rosemary, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are well combined and the mashed potatoes are smooth and fluffy.
- Adjust and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot as a delicious, savory side dish to complement your main course.
Notes
- For a more intense garlic flavor, roast the garlic cloves before adding them to the potatoes.
- Use warm heavy cream to help keep the mashed potatoes hot and creamy.
- If you prefer a lighter texture, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Rosemary is a potent herb; be sure to finely chop it to distribute the flavor evenly.
- Yukon gold potatoes have a naturally buttery flavor perfect for mashed potatoes.
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