Feta Cheese Mashed Potatoes

This is a great alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, and the best part is no gravy is required to make them good.  I find that if the mashed potatoes are made well and seasoned correctly, no gravy is needed; be sure to always salt and pepper to taste.  My rule is to taste everything before it is served and salt and pepper won't even need to be on the table.  

1 1/2 lbs. Yukon Gold Potatoes, pealed and cubed

4 cloves garlic, pealed

1 (4 oz. pkg) Feta Cheese, crumbled

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

Place potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan, cover with water.  Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.  Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender.  Drain water and transfer to a mixing bowl; mash.  Add the feta, cream, salt and pepper.  Beat until fluffy.

  *A little side note: when draining the water, reserve some of it in a separate bowl.  If you find that the cream doesn't make the mash creamy enough, use the potato water.  It has all of the flavor and won't add more calories.

Serves 6