Mashed Potatoes

These are definitely a southern way of making mashed potatoes and not healthy in any way. I introduced my husband’s family to these a few years ago (versus mashed potatoes made with just milk and butter) and now they ask me to make them whenever we’re having potatoes at a family get together. The measurements here are estimates, as I always make this without a recipe. I just know how it is supposed to look and taste. So feel free to adjust as needed.

8-10 baking potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 -2 cups mayonnaise
1 – 2 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon garlic powder
Whole milk, as needed

Place potatoes in large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. Place potatoes in bowl and beat until smooth (an electric mixer makes this step much easier). Add mayonnaise, butter and garlic. Mix well. Mix in milk until potatoes are the consistency that you prefer for your mashed potatoes.