Garlic Lovers Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, indulgent, and packed with bold flavor, Garlic Lovers Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food for garlic enthusiasts. This recipe combines velvety Russet potatoes with rich, buttery roasted garlic, creating a side dish that’s both smooth and irresistibly aromatic. A touch of heavy cream and whole milk ensures a luxuriously creamy texture, while fresh parsley adds a hint of brightness for an optional garnish. Perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, these mashed potatoes are easy to prepare in under 40 minutes and pair beautifully with roasted meats, gravy, or even vegetarian entrées. Elevate your dinner table with this decadent, garlic-forward twist on a classic favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Russet potatoes
- 8 cloves Garlic cloves
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.25 cups Whole milk
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks, about 2 inches long.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
While the potatoes are cooking, peel the garlic cloves and place them in a small saucepan. Add just enough water to cover the garlic completely and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Simmer the garlic for 3 minutes, then drain and return the garlic to the saucepan. Add 3 tablespoons of butter and cook over low heat for 4-5 minutes, allowing the garlic to soften and butter to become infused with garlic flavor.
Heat the heavy cream and milk in a small saucepan over low heat until warmed through. Do not let it boil.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or pass them through a ricer for an extra-smooth consistency.
Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter, the garlic-butter mixture, and the warmed cream and milk to the mashed potatoes.
Mix until the potatoes are smooth and creamy. Add the remaining teaspoon of salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and, if desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.
Serve warm and enjoy your rich, garlicky mashed potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2412 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.1 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.2 g | 336% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 313 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 4992 mg | 217% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.9 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.9 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 360 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 7912 mg | 168% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
