Garlic Red Skin Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, buttery mashed red skin potatoes blended with roasted garlic for a rich, rustic side dish. Perfect with meats, holiday dinners, or weeknight meals.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Potato masher or hand mixer
- colander
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 2 lbs red skin potatoes washed and quartered
- 4 cloves garlic peeled
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup whole milk warm
- ¼ cup sour cream optional for creaminess
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the red skin potatoes (keep skin on for texture).
- Place potatoes and garlic cloves in a large pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes and garlic using a colander.
- Return to the pot or transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Add butter, warm milk, and sour cream (if using).
- Mash until creamy but slightly chunky for texture.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh chives or parsley before serving.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx. 1 cup):
- Calories: 220
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Sugar: 2g