Creamy Cheesy Garlicky Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 5 large potatoes, peeled
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/4-1/2 cup milk or half-and-half (or more, for creamier potatoes)
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2-1 cup cheddar cheese
• salt and pepper (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Boil potatoes for approximately 20 minutes or until soft.

2. 2

   Drain potatoes.

3. 3

   Put potatoes in a large bowl with all ingredients except cheese.

4. 4

   Mix with an electric mixer, adding the cheese once the other ingredients are mixed.