The Best Garlic Mashed Potatoes

4 lbs Russet Potatoes
2 C Half & Half
12 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Fresh Ground Black Pepper
1/2 C Water
6 Tbsp Unsalted Butter, cut into pieces

Melt 4 Tbsp of butter in a large heavy pan. Add the garlic and cook over medium low heat until straw colored and sticky, about 5 minutes. Stop the cooking by adding 1/2 cup of water and 1 1/2 cups of half and half

Peel the potatoes and cut into 1/2 inch dice. Rinse and add to the pot. Add salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 25-30 minutes.

When the potatoes are fully cooked, mash and add 2 Tbsp butter and 1/2 cup of half and half. Salt and pepper to taste.