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Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Side Dish 🥗 American Vegetarian 🥦Comfort-Food

Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potatoes deliver a rich, buttery bite with mellow roasted-garlic aroma and tangy notes from sour cream. Smooth russet potatoes are folded with cheddar and a touch of heavy cream for extra plush texture, making this an indulgent side for family dinners, holidays, or any roast-centered meal.

  • Prep15 min
  • Cook25 min
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  1. 1

    Put the potatoes in a large pot, cover them with salted water, and bring to a boil.

  2. 2

    Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain, then mash the potatoes with a potato masher.

  4. 4

    Place the butter and garlic in a large microwave-safe bowl.

  5. 5

    Microwave in 30-second intervals until the butter is melted and the garlic is fragrant.

  6. 6

    Stir the butter and garlic into the mashed potatoes.

  7. 7

    Add the cheese, sour cream, heavy whipping cream, salt, and pepper.

  8. 8

    Garnish with green onions.

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