Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients (in order of appearance):

• 3 pounds red potatoes
• 4 cloves garlic
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 to 1 cup heavy cream
• salt to taste
• pepper to taste

In a large pot, cover potatoes and garlic with water by 1-inch. Bring to a boil, add salt and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.  Drain potatoes and garlic, then pour into a large bowl.

Add the butter to the bowl.  Using a potato masher or a hand mixer, mash the potatoes, butter, and garlic together. Add heavy cream in stages until desired consistency reached.  Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve!

* Recipe from the Food Network