Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds of Yukon gold potatoes (peeled if desired)
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
- 6 Tbsp Butter
- 3–4 cloves Garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or cream
- 1/2 tsp + 2 Tbsp salt, divided
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional toppings:
- Extra butter
- Chives
- Bacon crumbles
- Cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions
- Peel potatoes, if desired.
- Cut potatoes into large cubes and put them in a large pot with the chicken broth. Add enough water just to cover the potatoes and then about 2 tablespoons of salt.
- Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes or until the potatoes pierce easily with a fork. Drain potatoes.
- While potatoes are cooking, heat the milk, butter and garlic in a small saucepan until the butter is melted. Keep warm.
- Place hot potatoes in a mixing bowl and use an electric mixer (hand mixer) to mix until smooth.
- Slowly add in milk and butter mixture, mayonnaise, the rest of the salt and pepper.
- Beat on low until everything is well incorporated. Turn up the speed and mix until fluffy.
- Top with more butter, chives, cheese and/or bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American