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Creamy Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes with Garlic Chive Sour Cream

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A comforting side dish featuring fluffy russet potatoes mashed with nutty brown butter and sweet roasted garlic, topped with a tangy chive sour cream for a fresh finish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter
  • 2 whole garlic bulbs
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, warmed
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice tops off two garlic bulbs, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35-40 minutes until soft. Let cool and squeeze out cloves.
  2. Peel and cut potatoes into chunks. Place in a large pot, cover with cold salted water, bring to boil, then simmer until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain well.
  3. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, swirling occasionally until it foams and turns golden brown with nutty aroma (5-7 minutes). Remove from heat immediately.
  4. Mash potatoes in pot or bowl using a masher or hand mixer on low. Slowly add warmed milk and browned butter, mixing until creamy and smooth.
  5. Stir in roasted garlic cloves, mashing slightly for even flavor. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  6. In a small bowl, combine sour cream and chopped chives. Mix well.
  7. Spoon mashed potatoes into serving dish, dollop with chive sour cream, and swirl or leave as dollops for presentation.

Notes

Watch the butter carefully when browning to avoid burning. Roasting garlic mellows its flavor and adds sweetness. Warm the milk before adding to keep mash creamy. If mash is too thick, add more warm milk. Overmixing can make potatoes gluey; mash gently.

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Keywords: mashed potatoes, brown butter, roasted garlic, chive sour cream, comfort food, side dish, easy recipe

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