Garlicky Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Name: Garlicky Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 potatoes (peeled & cubed); 2 garlic cloves (peeled & coarsely diced); 2 maggi chicken bouillon cubes; 1 -1 ½ tablespoon dried chives; 1 tablespoon parsley; 8 cups water; ¼ cup milk; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 -3 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

1
Place the potatoes, garlic, chives, maggi cubes and parsley in a medium stockpot and add the water.
2
Place on the stove on high/medium temp and let boil until tender.
3
Drain in a colander that doesnt have huge holes so that you dont lose the garlic and spices, make sure to reserve about 1/2 cup of the broth.
4
Place the 1/2 cup of broth in the pot and mash the potatoes.
5
Add milk, black pepper, salt and butter and mix well.
6
*If you like a more dense mashed potatoes, cut down on the amount of broth you add*.
7
You may need to adjust salt according to taste.
8
Enjoy!

642

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 potatoes (peeled & cubed), 2 garlic cloves (peeled & coarsely diced), 2 maggi chicken bouillon cubes, 1 -1 ½ tablespoon dried chives, and more.

Yes, Garlicky Mashed Potatoes falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Garlicky Mashed Potatoes

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