The Best Mashed Potato Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 lbs potatoes (peeled and quartered)
• 3 cloves garlic (crushed)
• 1/4 cup butter (or to taste)
• 1/2 cup milk (or cream, to taste)
• salt and freshly ground pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel the potatoes and then cut in even chunks. Place in a large pot, along with the garlic, and a large pinch of salt. Add cold water to the pot, making sure cover the potatoes by 1 inch.

2. 2

   Place the pot on the store and bring to a hard boil over high heat. When the water hits a rapid boil, turn the heat to medium or medium-high, being sure to maintain a boil, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender. Drain very well.

3. 3

   Remove the potatoes from the liquid and mash or push through a ricer or a sieve.

4. 4

   Stir in the butter and add the milk, stirring, until your desired consistency. Taste and season generously.