Peel potatoes and cut into 2 inch pieces then place in a large pot. Add garlic cloves to the pot then add 1 tsp salt and room temperature water to the pot, covering the potatoes. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until potatoes are soft when poked with a knife.

Strain the potatoes and place back into the pot. Add butter and heavy cream and use a potato masher to mash the potatoes and garlic cloves. There will be a few lumps; if you prefer a smoother texture then use a ricer instead of a potato masher. Add salt and pepper to taste.