Description
Steakhouse-Style Garlic Mashed Potatoes are creamy, buttery, and full of rich garlic flavor, making them the perfect indulgent side dish for any meal. Made with Yukon Gold potatoes mashed to silky smoothness and enriched with warm cream, sour cream, and butter, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality comfort food right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Garlic
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 6 cloves garlic, peeled
Dairy and Seasonings
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream, warmed
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish (Optional)
- Chopped fresh chives or parsley
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes and Garlic: Place the peeled and chunked Yukon Gold potatoes along with the peeled garlic cloves in a large pot. Cover them with cold, salted water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain and Mash: Drain the potatoes and garlic well, then return them to the pot. Using a potato masher or ricer, mash until completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add Dairy and Seasonings: Stir in the softened unsalted butter, warmed heavy cream, sour cream, kosher salt, and black pepper into the mashed potatoes. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and has a rich, creamy texture.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste your mashed potatoes and add any additional salt or pepper as needed. Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley if desired. Serve warm for the best flavor.
Notes
- For extra richness, substitute half-and-half in place of heavy cream.
- To prepare ahead, refrigerate the mashed potatoes and gently reheat with a splash of milk or cream before serving.
- For a sweeter, milder garlic flavor, consider roasting the garlic cloves before mashing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
