Mashed Potatoes for Two
Description
Boiled potatoes get mixed with butter, herbs, and cream resulting in a simple buttery mashed potato side dish for two.
Ingredients
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2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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1 clove garlic, chopped
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1/3 cup cream
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2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
1
Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl.
2
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until light brown and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and add to potatoes.
3
Add cream, butter, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to potatoes; beat with an electric mixer until fluffy.