Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 3 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and chopped into 1" chunks)
• 4 cloves garlic (smashed, peeled, and cut in half width-wise)
• 2 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened, plus more for serving)
• 1/2 cup milk
• salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the potatoes and garlic: Place the potatoes and garlic cloves in a large pot. Fill with water up to 2" over the potatoes. Cover and bring to a boil over medium high heat. Once boiling, remove the lid, and reduce the heat slightly. Boil for 10 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender. Drain well in a colander.

2. 2

   Prepare the mashed potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large bowl. Add the softened cream cheese, butter, milk and salt and pepper, to taste. Mash with a potato masher or beat with a hand held mixer until they reach the desired consistency. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary.

3. 3

   Serve warm with chives and additional butter, if desired. Enjoy!