Easy Garlic Mashed Potatoes: Creamy Side Dish - Various Meals

Ingredients

• 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
• 6 cloves fresh garlic, peeled and smashed
• 1 tbsp sea salt for boiling water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
• 3/4 cup whole milk
• 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced fine
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped