Whiskey-Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions

Ingredients

• 2 lb russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp whiskey
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup milk or cream
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook potatoes and garlic together in salted water until tender, then drain.
2. While potatoes cook, sauté the onion in olive oil over medium-low heat until deeply caramelized.
3. Mash potatoes and garlic with butter, whiskey, milk or cream, salt, and pepper.
4. Fold in half of the caramelized onions.
5. Top with the remaining onions and serve warm.