Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 5 pounds russet potatoes
  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 1 cup butter
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • Optional: fresh chives

Instruction

  • Prepare a large stock pot for cooking by filling halfway with cold water.
  • Peel the potatoes and cut into one inch cubes. Place the prepared potatoes into the cold water. The potatoes should be completely covered with cold water. Add more water if necessary.
  • Bring the potatoes to a boil over medium heat and cook for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when poked with a fork.
  • Remove from heat and drain potatoes.
  • Return to the pan and add the cream cheese, butter, milk, salt, garlic powder and pepper.
  • Use an electric mixer on medium low speed and mix until the butter and cream cheese have melted and the mixture is smooth.
  • Serve with extra butter slices on top and fresh chives if desired.