1-Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes Peel and cut the 2.5 lbs russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes, then rinse them well with cool water to remove excess starch. This step is key to avoiding a gluey texture, so don’t skip the rinse. Place the potatoes in a pot, cover with water by one inch, add 1/2 teaspoon salt, and bring to a boil over high heat.

2-Step 2: Cook and Drain Boil the potatoes until they’re very tender, which takes about 7 to 10 minutes. Keep an eye on them to ensure they’re soft when pierced with a fork. Once done, drain the potatoes and rinse them briefly with hot water to further remove starch.

3-Step 3: Make the Seasoning Mixture In the same pot, add 4 tablespoons butter, 1/2 cup whole milk, and the garlic herb seasoning, which includes 1 teaspoon dried parsley, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and freshly cracked pepper to taste. Heat this mixture until the butter melts and the milk is hot, filling your kitchen with that inviting garlic herb mashed potatoes fresh flavor.

4-Step 4: Mash and Whip Return the drained potatoes to the pot, turn off the heat, and mash them using a potato masher until smooth. Then, use a hand mixer to whip the potatoes until they’re light and fluffy, which helps achieve that buttery garlic and herb mashed potatoes consistency. Taste the mash and add more salt as needed before serving it up warm.