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Garlic Mashed Potatoes

  • 3 pounds all-purpose potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 whole cloves garlic
  • Water
  • 1/4 cup skim milk
  • 1/2 cup margarine product (50% or more oil)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Chopped parsley, for garnish

Mix potatoes and garlic in large saucepan; add water to cover potatoes. Heat to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Remove from heat; drain. Place potatoes and garlic in large mixer bowl. Heat milk and margarine in same saucepan over low heat until the margarine melts. With electric mixer, beat potatoes, gradually adding milk mixture until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. To serve, garnish with parsley.

Makes 6 servings.

Nutrition Information:
Per Serving:
Calories 221
Fat (grams) 9
Cholesterol (mg) less than 1