Garlic-Herb Mashed Potatoes

 


Ingredients

  • 3
    pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fourths
  • 1
    teaspoon salt
  • 1/4
    cup butter or margarine
  • 2
    cloves garlic, crushed
  • 3/4
    cup milk
  • 2
    tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 1/2
    teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2
    teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Steps

1 Place potatoes in 4-quart saucepan; add enough water to cover potatoes. Add 1 teaspoon salt. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 20 to 30 minutes or until tender; drain. Mash with potato masher or electric mixer on low speed.

    2 While potatoes are cooking, melt butter in 1-quart saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook garlic in butter 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently and being careful not to brown butter, until garlic is very soft. Stir in milk and herbs. Cook until thoroughly heated.

    3 Add milk mixture to mashed potatoes; beat until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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