Christmas Rosemary Garlic Cranberry Mashed Potatoes

A sophisticated and colorful upgrade to standard mash, featuring creamy potatoes infused with garlic and rosemary, then swirled with tart cranberries. The berries provide a surprising and festive "pop" of acidity that cuts through the richness of the buttery potatoes. This visually stunning side dish is a modern holiday favorite that adds a unique gourmet flair to your festive table.

Prep 9 minCook 26 minTotal 35 minUpdated Jul 3, 202635 minVegetarianGluten Free

A sophisticated and colorful upgrade to standard mash, featuring creamy potatoes infused with garlic and rosemary, then swirled with tart cranberries. The berries provide a surprising and festive "pop" of acidity that cuts through the richness of the buttery potatoes. This visually stunning side dish is a modern holiday favorite that adds a unique gourmet flair to your festive table.

Ingredients

  • 900 g Potatoes
  • 240 ml Low-fat milk (or plant-based milk)
  • 30 tbsp Butter or plant-based butter
  • 5 tbsp Sea salt
  • 1 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 piece(s) Garlic
  • 2 tsp Fresh rosemary
  • 55 g Fresh cranberries
  • 5 tbsp Olive oil

Instructions

  1. Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks.
  2. Mince the garlic.
  3. Chop the rosemary.
  4. Put the potato chunks into a pot and add enough water to cover them, then simmer over medium heat until tender.
  5. Drain well.
  6. Return the potatoes to the pot and mash until smooth.
  7. Add all the butter, sea salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and rosemary, and mix well.
  8. Gradually add heated milk, stirring until silky and smooth.
  9. Adjust the salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Spoon into a bowl, sprinkle with dried cranberries, and optionally drizzle with olive oil.

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