You’ll feel so very lucky to have Leprechaun Potatoes in your life! These creamy, garlicy mashed potatoes will turn every meal into a golden one. And if that didn’t make your mouth water, the melty butter mixed in is sure to do the trick. Light, fluffy, and filled with luck, Leprechaun Potatoes are the perfect side dish to bring you all the good things!
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup half-and-half, plus more to taste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
Directions
Step 1 –Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with salted water until the potatoes are fully submerged.
Step 2 –Bring the potatoes to a boil over high heat.
Step 3 –Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20-25 minutes.
Step 4 –Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a large bowl.
Step 5 –Use a masher or a fork to mash the potatoes until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 6 –In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, cook the butter and 1/2 cup of the half-and-half until the butter is melted, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 7 –Add the melted butter mixture, the salt, the pepper, and the garlic to the potatoes and beat with an electric mixer until they are light and fluffy. Add more of the half-and-half, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired level of creaminess is achieved.
Step 8 –Serve.