Description

Deliciously creamy and flavorful Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes made with Yukon Gold potatoes, fresh rosemary, and roasted garlic. This classic side dish features buttery mashed potatoes enriched with heavy cream and seasoned perfectly with kosher salt and black pepper, making it an ideal comfort meal accompaniment.

Ingredients

Scale

Potatoes

2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon kosher salt (for cooking potatoes)

Flavorings

3 cloves of garlic
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
½ teaspoon kosher salt (for seasoning)
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Dairy

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
½ cup heavy cream

Instructions

Prepare the potatoes: Peel and cut the Yukon Gold potatoes into 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking and tender texture.
Boil the potatoes: Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot filled with cold water, add 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, approximately 15-20 minutes.
Prepare the garlic and rosemary: While potatoes cook, gently crush the garlic cloves with the flat side of a knife but keep the skins on. Add the garlic and the 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary into the pot with the potatoes during the last 5 minutes of boiling to infuse the flavors.
Drain and mash: Once cooked, drain the potatoes, garlic, and rosemary well. Remove the rosemary sprigs and garlic skins. Place the potatoes and roasted garlic into a large bowl and mash well until smooth and creamy.
Mix in butter and cream: Add the softened unsalted butter and heavy cream to the mashed potatoes. Stir well to combine until the mixture becomes luscious and fluffy.
Season the mash: Season with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed, mixing thoroughly.
Serve: Serve the rosemary garlic mashed potatoes hot as a savory side dish to your favorite main course.

Notes

For a more intense garlic flavor, you can roast the garlic cloves before mashing.
Use Yukon Gold potatoes for their naturally buttery texture and smooth mash.
Adjust the cream quantity to achieve your preferred consistency.
Fresh rosemary should be removed after boiling to avoid bitterness.
These mashed potatoes pair beautifully with roasted meats and vegetables.

Keywords: rosemary garlic mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, garlic mashed potatoes, side dish, Yukon Gold potatoes, comfort food