Description
Indulge in the creamy and aromatic bliss of Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes, a side dish that brings an elegant touch to any meal. Infused with fresh rosemary and garlic, this recipe transforms simple Yukon gold potatoes into a gourmet experience. Whether served at a cozy weeknight dinner or as part of a festive holiday feast, these mashed potatoes promise to impress your guests with their rich flavors and smooth texture. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to complement various main dishes, they’ll quickly become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (plus 1 tablespoon for cooking)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Place the Yukon gold potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add 1 tablespoon of salt, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Heat the Cream Mixture: In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream and unsalted butter over medium heat until melted. Stir occasionally.
- Infuse Flavors: Add garlic cloves and rosemary to the warm cream mixture. Steep for about 10 minutes before removing garlic cloves and rosemary sprigs.
- Mash the Potatoes: Drain cooked potatoes, return them to the pot, and mash until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually mix in the warm cream mixture until well combined. Season with remaining salt and black pepper.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs or pats of butter if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg