The Best Creamy Mashed Potatoes!

Mashed potatoes, to me, are the ultimate comfort food.  They are nice and buttery, creamy, and take very little effort to eat.  Whenever I used to come home from school sick, I always wanted a bowl of mashed potatoes.  Back then, though, I made them from those dehydrated potato flakes.  Bleck.  Now, however, I have discovered a much better method.  These things are like candy.  I lick the bowl/beater as if it were a savory potato frosting.  They are delicious.  Hope you enjoy as much as I do!

Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes


5 large potatoes, peeled and cut into about 1" pieces
4-5 small, or 3 large, garlic cloves (adjust to your liking)
5 cups chicken broth (I use water and bouillon cubes)
1/2 cup light cream
3 tablespoons butter
Salt & Pepper to taste

Place potatoes, peeled garlic cloves, and water in a large pot and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.  Cover and boil 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender.  Drain, reserving the broth.

Mash potatoes and garlic together with 1/4 cup of the broth, cream, and butter.  Add salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.  Add additional broth, if needed, until desired consistency.  Nom!