Garlic-Herb Mashed Potatoes Recipe
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Garlic-Herb Mashed Potatoes

By: Suzi Bonnett 
"Our family loves these creamy and comforting potatoes. Garlic and other herbs make them so mouth-watering, I serve them just plain-no gravy is needed. For an extra-buttery taste, I'd suggest using Yukon Gold potatoes."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.9 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (22)

Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 6 medium potatoes
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 6 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided
  • 1 cup whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Peel potatoes if desired and cut into cubes. Place in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until tender.
  2. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute garlic in 2 tablespoons butter for 1 minute or until tender. Add the remaining butter; heat until melted.
  3. Drain potatoes and place in a large mixing bowl. Add garlic mixture, cream, parsley, tarragon, salt and pepper; mash until smooth.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 1, 2009 by Jillian Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
These were pretty good, a nice taste of garlic and herbs. I'd cut down on the tarragon though...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on May 28, 2008 by elyseholly   view full review
To make this a five star recipe, add more garlic. one clove just isn't enough to make the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2007 by Lisa   view full review
My boyfriend usually does the mashed potatoes, because I always make them wrong. But for his...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 23, 2006 by Dad   view full review
The aroma of Garlic fills the air while cooking this spectacular side dish. It will have your...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 11, 2009 by ~TxCin~ILove2Ck   view full review
These were pretty good. They turned out very creamy and rich. I used half and half instead of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 7, 2010 by Thinksno   view full review
Tasty! Cut down on the butter and used 1% milk (on-hand) and they were creamy and had a lot...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 15, 2012 by naples34102 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Prepared this using ingredients to taste rather than strict measurements. I don't care for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 18, 2007 by Chickadee Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I used about half the milk and used skim milk, but they were delicious!!
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 26, 2006 by stacey smith Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Didn't like the consistency and it was much too bland. Very disappointing.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2006 by Cheoah   view full review
I made these for Thanksgiving and they were great!! I really enjoyed the flavor of these...

 

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