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The 3-Ingredient Garlic Mashed Potatoes I Make on Repeat

Name: The 3-Ingredient Garlic Mashed Potatoes I Make on Repeat
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds potatoes, preferably Yukon Gold; 6 cloves garlic, whole and peeled; 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; 3 tablespoons butter

My classic garlic mashed potatoes could not be easier. With just three ingredients and two steps, this recipe is a keeper for weeknight dinners, holiday spreads, and more.

20 min total 5 min prep 15 min cook 6 198 cal

Ingredients

6 serv.

2 pounds potatoes, preferably Yukon Gold
6 cloves garlic, whole and peeled
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
3 tablespoons butter

Instructions

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1 Cut the potatoes into 1-inch chunks and transfer to a large saucepan. Add the garlic and salt and add cold water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. They are ready when you can easily pierce them with a fork.
2 Once the potatoes are tender, drain them, reserving 3/4 cup of the starchy water. Add the potatoes and reserved water back to the pan and mash with a potato masher or a large fork.
3 Add the butter and mash until you’ve reached your desired consistency. Taste, adding more salt if desired. Love the recipe? Leave us stars and a comment below!