Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

3 1/2 lbs russet potatoes

2 Tablespoons kosher salt

16 fluid ounces (2 cups) half-and-half

6 cloves garlic, crushed

6 ounces grated Parmesan

Directions:

1. Peel and dice potatoes, making sure all are relatively the same size.  Place in a large saucepan, add the slat, and cover with water.  Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and then reduce heat to maintain a rolling boil.  Cook until potatoes fall apart when poked with a fork.
2. Heat the half-and-half and the garlic in a medium saucepan over medium heat until simmering.  Remove from heat an set aside.
3. Remove the potatoes from the heat and drain off the water.  Mash and add the garlic-cream mixture and Parmesan; stir to combine.  Let stand 5 minutes so that mixture thickens and then serve.

(Recipe courtesy of Alton Brown)