Prepare to elevate your side dish game with the most irresistible, creamy, and flavor-packed Garlic Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes that will have your dinner guests begging for seconds! 🥔✨ Imagine velvety smooth potatoes infused with rich, aromatic garlic and tangy buttermilk, creating a heavenly combination that transforms an ordinary side into a culinary masterpiece. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or looking to impress your dinner guests, these mashed potatoes are about to become your secret weapon in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover completely with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water to enhance flavor during boiling.
- Bring the potatoes to a rolling boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-high and cook for approximately 15-18 minutes, or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- While potatoes are cooking, mince the garlic cloves finely and set aside. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and add the minced garlic, allowing it to infuse for 2-3 minutes without browning.
- Once potatoes are fully cooked, drain them thoroughly in a colander, shaking to remove excess water. Return the potatoes to the hot pot.
- Add the garlic-infused butter, buttermilk, salt, and pepper to the potatoes. Using a potato masher or electric mixer, mash until smooth and creamy, being careful not to overmix.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or buttermilk to achieve desired consistency and flavor.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, create a small well in the center, and optionally drizzle with additional melted butter or sprinkle with chopped chives for garnish.
Tips
- Choose the Right Potatoes: Use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the creamiest texture.
- Salt Your Cooking Water: Adding salt to the potato boiling water helps season the potatoes from the inside out.
- Warm Your Dairy: Heat your buttermilk slightly before mixing to prevent cooling down the potatoes and ensure a smooth consistency.
- Don't Overmix: Mash just until smooth to avoid gluey, dense potatoes. Overmixing can release too much starch.
- Garlic Infusion Technique: Gently cook minced garlic in butter on low heat to release its flavor without burning.
- Adjust Consistency: If potatoes seem too thick, add more buttermilk. If too thin, let them sit for a few minutes to absorb excess moisture.
- Serve Immediately: Mashed potatoes are best served hot, so time your preparation to coincide with the main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
