The Best Mashed Potatoes

This best mashed potato recipe uses fresh garlic mashed into Yukon Gold potatoes with cream cheese, Parmesan, butter, and chives for a bold side dish.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 381 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups Parmesan cheese
• 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
• 5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
• 1 cup chopped fresh chives
• 0.5 cup butter
• 0.5 medium head garlic, peeled and minced
• 1.5 cups cream cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Gather all ingredients.

Step 2

Peel and quarter potatoes; place in a large pot. Cover with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes.

Step 3

Drain and return potatoes to the pot over low heat to dry for 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, chives, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Step 5

Use a potato masher to mash until smooth and serve.