Garlic & Herb Home-style Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. scrub each potato thoroughly
2. cut each potato into quarters (leave the skin on)
3. boil in a large pot of water until tender
4. while potatoes are boiling, remove skin from garlic cloves and saute in a skillet with the olive oil until it is tender
5. remove garlic from oil, pat dry, mash with the side of a chef's knife (or bottom of a drinking glass), and chop as finely as possible
6. drain potatoes and put in large mixing bowl and mash with potato masher (or back of a large spoon)
7. add the rest of the ingredients
8. stir thoroughly with a large spoon for chunkier potatoes, or use a hand mixer for creamer potatoes. gradually add milk while blending until desired consistency is reached.