Best Mashed Potatoes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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3 garlic cloves, peeled.
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3 pounds of russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped into chunks.
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1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), plus a little extra for serving.
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1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt, with some for the boiling water.
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1 cup whole milk.
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Freshly ground black pepper, as much as you like.
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Optional: 1/4 to 1/2 cup sour cream.
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Chopped chives to sprinkle on top.
# Instructions:
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Fill a big pot with enough cold water to cover garlic and potatoes by an inch. Sprinkle in salt, bring it to a boil, then lower to medium. Let it cook for 15-20 minutes until they're soft.
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Pour off the water and keep the potatoes and garlic in the pot.
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Combine garlic and potatoes and start mashing them roughly. Stir in butter, milk, salt, and some pepper. Keep mashing until the texture feels right to you.
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Mix in sour cream if you're using it. Adjust the flavors and serve with a bit of butter and some chopped chives on top.
# Notes:
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Feel free to use a mix of different potatoes.
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Sour cream is completely optional.
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A great side dish for Thanksgiving.