A well-known cooking tip: “Stop adding milk or water to your mashed potatoes. This ingredient makes them creamier than the ones you get at a restaurant!”

Tired of bland mashed potatoes? The secret to transforming this classic side dish from delicious to unforgettable lies in a surprising yet simple ingredient: confit garlic. This preparation promises a rich, savory flavor that goes beyond butter , making your mashed potatoes the star of any meal.

The secret ingredient revealed

Butter is a given, but the real highlight is confit garlic (3–4 crushed cloves) or, alternatively, roasted garlic, sour cream, or a touch of truffle oil. These additions add a complex flavor profile and a luxurious texture.

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Ingredients:

For the mashed potatoes

ingredient	Crowd
Peeled and diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)	4 cups
Milk or cream	¼ cup
Butter (optional)	2 tbsp
Salt	½ teaspoon
nutmeg	¼ tsp

The game changer

ingredient	Crowd	Notes
Garlic confit, pureed	3–4 toes	Pro tip: Roasted in olive oil for a smooth, buttery depth!
OR Roasted Garlic		Alternative “secret ingredient”
OR sour cream		Alternative “secret ingredient”
OR truffle oil		Alternative “secret ingredient”

For garnishing (optional)

ingredient	Crowd
chives	For garnishing
bacon cubes	For garnishing
Parmesan	Sprinkle to taste

Instructions:

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