Garlic Mashed Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    5 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes (about 2 1/2 pounds)
    15 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
    2 teaspoons salt, divided
    1/2 cup butter, softened
    1/2 cup whipping cream
Preparation
    Place potatoes, garlic and 1 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan; add enough water to cover.
    Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
    Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes; drain.
    Transfer potatoes and garlic to a mixing bowl; mash or put through ricer.
    Add butter, cream and remaining salt; beat until smooth.
    Do not overbeat potatoes lest they turn into a glutenous mass!

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