Garlic Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

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   Place the potatoes and garlic in a large sauce pan.

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   Cover with 1 to 2 inches cold water and season generously with salt.

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   The water should taste like the sea.

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   TASTE IT!

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   If the water is under seasoned at this point it will be hard to have a well seasoned end product.

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   Bring the pot of water to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.

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   Drain the potatoes and garlic well and pass through a food-mill or ricer.

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   DO NOT use a food processor or blender.

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   It will result in a very sticky and rubbery end product.

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    While passing the potatoes, bring the heavy cream to a boil in a small saucepan.

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    Once the cream has come to a boil remove from the heat.

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    While the potatoes are still hot add 1/3 of the cream and butter and stir vigorously into the potatoes.

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    Repeat this process 2 more times until all of the cream and butter has incorporated.

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    Taste the potatoes for seasoning and add salt, if needed.

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    Serve immediately or cover with foil and keep warm in an oven on low heat.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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