Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Kings Crown near King Hill, Idaho

GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

Lots of butter and cream...but wonderful taste and texture...

4 pounds red-skinned potatoes, unpeeled, quartered (scrub well and cut out any eyes)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 cup finely chopped onion
3 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
1 cup whipping cream

Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain. Return to pot.

Meanwhile, melt 1/4 cup butter in large skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add garlic and sauté until tender, about 3 minutes.
Add onion-garlic mixture to potatoes.
Add cream and remaining 1/4 cup butter; mash coarsely. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve. Serves 6 to 8.