A well known chef’s tip: “Stop adding milk or water to your mashed potatoes. This ingredient makes them creamier than at the restaurant!” (Page 3 ) | July 2, 2025

 

The Secret Ingredient Revealed
While butter is a given, the real game-changer is garlic confit (3-4 cloves, mashed), or alternatively, roasted garlic, sour cream, or a hint of truffle oil. These additions bring a complex flavor profile and luxurious texture.

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Ingredients:
For the Mashed Potatoes
Ingredient Quantity
Peeled & cubed potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet) 4 cups
Milk or cream ¼ cup
Butter (optional) 2 tbsp
Salt ½ tsp
Nutmeg ¼ tsp
The Game-Changer
Ingredient Quantity Notes
Garlic confit, mashed 3–4 cloves Pro Tip: Roasted in olive oil for mellow, buttery depth!
OR Roasted garlic Alternative “secret ingredient”
OR Sour cream Alternative “secret ingredient”
OR Truffle oil Alternative “secret ingredient”
For Garnish (Optional)
Ingredient Quantity
Chives For garnish
Bacon bits For garnish
Parmesan Sprinkle to taste
Instructions:

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