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Bowl of creamy garlic mashed potatoes topped with butter and parsley, showing a homemade mashed potatoes texture. 26

Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

These creamy garlic mashed potatoes with sour cream combine buttery potatoes, roasted garlic, and tangy sour cream for the ultimate comfort side dish. Fluffy and rich, they pair perfectly with meats or holiday meals and are easy to prepare with simple ingredients.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs russet or yukon gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1.5 inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 4 cloves garlic roasted or minced
  • 1/2 cup warm milk or heavy cream
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • fresh parsley for garnish

  • Instructions

    1. Place peeled and cut potatoes in cold water and rinse to remove excess starch

    2. Bring potatoes to a boil over medium-high heat, season water with salt, and cook for 15–20 minutes until tender

    3. Drain potatoes thoroughly and return them to the warm pot to evaporate any excess moisture

    4. Add melted butter and roasted or minced garlic to the potatoes and mash until mostly smooth

    5. Fold in sour cream and warm milk or heavy cream until the mixture reaches a velvety consistency

    6. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

    7. Keep the mashed potatoes warm until serving, garnish with fresh parsley

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: side dish
    • Method: stovetop
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving

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