With Thanksgiving coming up I’m trying out some recipes.

This fast and easy little mashed potatoes recipe was definitely a winner in our house,

You will need potatoes (I used the little red ones because I love leaving the skin on. 1. I like the taste and the texture 2. I like that I don’t have to peel potatoes), garlic, parmesan cheese, heavy cream (or milk or half and half)

You can leave out the parmesan if you like. And the garlic too if you want to go traditional. This would work with some chives and lots of black pepper, or some bacon and cheddar cheese. Go wild.

Start by placing the potatoes in a pot and filling with water. Then bring the water to a boil. This is really the only key thing in making mashed potatoes. ALWAYS start with the potatoes in cold water.

Let the potatoes boil for about 15-20 minutes, until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork.

Drain the potatoes and pour them back into the pot.

Roll up your sleeves and break out that masher! Add in the heavy cream a tablespoon at a time until you get the consistency you want. I like mine on the thicker side so I go light on the crea.

Toss in your garlic and parmesan (or your add ins of choice)

Give it a good mix, and voila!

Mashed potatoes for your turkey.

But these are so easy, you can make ’em any night of the week!