Garlic Smashed Potatoes

These are quick and easy mashed potatoes that always turn out great :)

Garlic Smashed Potatoes

4-6 large potatoes, diced with the skin on

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup milk

Fresh parsley

3 tablespoons fresh garlic, chopped thin

1 cup parmesan cheese, grated or finely sliced

Bring the potatoes to a boil. In the meantime, cube the cream cheese and set aside to soften. Chop the fresh garlic and parsley very finely. Quickly sautee the garlic in a little oil to cook off the raw flavor.

Once the potatoes are tender, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. I use my kitchen aid mixer or a hand mixer. Add the milk and start on low. Next, add the cream cheese, cooked garlic, parmesan and parsley. Add each ingredient slowly and turn the mixer higher as you go. The potatoes will NOT be smooth, the skin is still on so they will be a little lumpy. Season with salt and ground pepper to taste.