Description
A deliciously creamy and aromatic side dish of mashed Yukon gold potatoes infused with fresh rosemary and garlic, perfect for complementing any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt (for cooking potatoes)
Flavoring
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, plus additional for garnish
Dairy
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup heavy cream
Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Place the cubed Yukon gold potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of kosher salt and bring the water to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender.
- Prepare Cream Mixture: While the potatoes cook, heat the butter and heavy cream together in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture is warm.
- Infuse Flavors: Add the garlic cloves and rosemary sprigs to the warm cream mixture. Let it steep for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors fully. Remove and discard the rosemary sprigs and garlic cloves, or mash the garlic into the mixture for a stronger garlic flavor.
- Drain and Mash: Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly in a colander. Return the potatoes to the pot and mash them using a potato masher, ricer, or hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Combine: Slowly add the warm cream and butter mixture to the mashed potatoes, stirring until well combined. Season with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper, adjusting to taste.
- Serve: Serve the mashed potatoes hot, garnished with additional fresh rosemary sprigs and a pat of butter if desired, for an extra touch of richness and aroma.
Notes
- Use Yukon gold potatoes for their creamy texture and natural buttery flavor.
- To enhance garlic flavor, mash the softened garlic cloves into the cream mixture instead of discarding.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or milk for heavy cream.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to personal preference.
- These mashed potatoes pair perfectly with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: mashed potatoes, rosemary mashed potatoes, garlic mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, side dish, comfort food
