Ingredients
Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
Infused Cream Mixture
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup heavy cream
Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus 1 tablespoon for cooking potatoes
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Place the cubed Yukon gold potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of kosher salt and bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Heat Cream and Butter: While the potatoes cook, combine the heavy cream and softened butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Warm gently until the butter has fully melted and the mixture is heated through.
- Infuse Cream with Garlic and Rosemary: Add the whole garlic cloves and fresh rosemary sprigs to the warm cream mixture. Allow it to steep for 10 minutes so the flavors infuse. After steeping, remove the rosemary and discard it. You may discard the garlic cloves or mash them into the cream mixture for a stronger garlic flavor.
- Drain and Mash Potatoes: Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly in a colander. Return them to the pot and mash them using a potato masher, ricer, or hand mixer until the potatoes are smooth and creamy.
- Combine and Season: Gradually pour the warm garlic and rosemary cream mixture into the mashed potatoes, stirring continuously until fully incorporated. Season with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper, adjusting to taste.
- Serve: Serve the mashed potatoes hot, garnished optionally with additional fresh rosemary sprigs and a pat of butter for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a stronger garlic flavor, mash the garlic cloves into the cream mixture instead of discarding them.
- Yukon gold potatoes are ideal for mashed potatoes due to their creamy texture, but russet potatoes can be used as an alternative.
- Adjust the cream and butter quantities for a thicker or creamier consistency as desired.
- These mashed potatoes pair well with roasted meats and vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
