Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes (Video)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (1kg) Potatoes
• 1/2 cup Heavy Cream ((Whipping Cream))
• 1/2 cup Butter
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• Salt and Pepper
• Parsley or Chives (as garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare Potatoes - peel the potatoes and place in a large pot. Potatoes should be roughly the same size, to ensure even cooking.

2. 2

   Boil - fill pot with enough water to cover potatoes and cook the potatoes for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender but not falling apart.

3. 3

   Strain and Mix - drain the potatoes well and place into a mixing bowl. Using a mixer, starting slowly at first, whip the potatoes while gradually increasing speed.

4. 4

   Whip - slowly drizzling in the whipping cream and add the minced garlic. Add the softened butter and continue beating the potatoes until they are 'whipped' and fluffy.

5. 5

   Season and Garnish - add salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped Parsley or Chives before serving.