– 4 large potatoes – 4 tbsp butter – 1/2 cup milk – Salt to taste – Pepper to taste – 2 cloves garlic (optional) – 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
Peel and chop potatoes into even chunks. Boil in salted water until soft, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
Mash potatoes with butter until smooth and creamy. Warm the milk slightly and add it gradually while mashing.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. For extra flavor, mix in minced garlic and sour cream.
Whip everything together until fluffy and light. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with chives or parsley if you like. Perfect creamy mashed potatoes every time!