Mashed Red Skinned Potatoes

Mashed red skinned potatoes where the melted butter and milk is warmed up and infused with garlic to add an extra layer of flavor. Leave the skins on the potatoes for a rustic texture, or peel for a creamy smooth mash.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 370kcal

Author Tanya

Equipment

Large pot
Small saucepan
Colander
Potato masher or hand mixer
Measuring cups and spoons
Wooden spoon or spatula
Chopping knife
Cutting Board
Serving dish

Ingredients

2 1/2 lbs red potatoes skin on, scrubbed clean and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup milk
6 Tablespoons unsalted butter cut into 1/2 inch pieces
2 cloves garlic smashed
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt or to taste
chopped chives for garnish

Instructions

Place the cut red potatoes in a large pot and add enough water to cover the potatoes completely. Stir in a generous pinch of kosher salt.
Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or a hand mixer on low speed. Set aside.
Combine the milk, butter, and smashed garlic cloves in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat, allowing the garlic to infuse the milk. Once the milk is warm and the butter is melted, remove from heat and set aside.
Add the butter to the potatoes and mash using a potato masher or a hand mixer on low speed.
Gradually add the garlic-infused milk, a little at a time, while mashing the potatoes until they are smooth. You may not need to use all the milk, so add it until you reach your desired consistency.
Stir in the sour cream and mix until well incorporated. Season the mashed potatoes with additional kosher salt to taste. Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped chives before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can replace milk with heavy cream.
The potatoes can be left unpeeled for a rustic texture or peeled for a smoother mash.

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