Herbed Mashed Potatoes

Directions

To make it:

Place the potatoes in a large saucepan with the garlic and enough lightly salted water to cover. (Can be done to this point up to 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

Place over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until fork-tender.

Drain.

Beat with an electric mixer or mash with a potato masher until smooth.

Add the butter.

Gradually add the milk until the potatoes are fluffy. Blend in the salt and herbs.

To fake it and save 30 minutes:

Heat two 20-oince packages red mashed potatoes according the label directions.

Beat in one 5.2-ounce package Boursin or another garlic herb cheese.