Garlic Mashed Root Vegetables
Creamy, flavorful, and packed with wholesome goodness, Garlic Mashed Root Vegetables is the ultimate comfort side dish that elevates any meal. This vibrant medley combines the earthy sweetness of carrots, parsnips, turnips, and Russet potatoes, all luxuriously mashed with roasted garlic, butter, and heavy cream for an irresistibly velvety texture. Roasting a whole bulb of garlic infuses the dish with rich, caramelized flavors that set it apart from traditional mashed potatoes. Perfect for holiday feasts or a cozy weeknight dinner, this versatile recipe is easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with roasted meats, poultry, or savory vegetarian mains.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Russet potatoes
- 2 medium Carrots
- 2 medium Parsnips
- 2 medium Turnips
- 1 whole bulb Garlic
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel the garlic bulb to expose the cloves but keep them attached to the base. Place the bulb on a piece of aluminum foil, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap tightly. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden.
While the garlic is roasting, peel and chop the potatoes, carrots, parsnips, and turnips into 1-inch pieces for even cooking.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the chopped root vegetables and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Drain the vegetables thoroughly and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and add them to the pot with the vegetables.
Add the butter, heavy cream, salt, and pepper to the pot. Mash the mixture using a potato masher or immersion blender until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve the garlic mashed root vegetables warm as a side dish to complement roasted meats, poultry, or vegetarian entrees.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1967 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.1 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.9 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 3059 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.4 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.8 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.0 g | ||
| Protein | 29.8 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 457 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 5416 mg | 115% | |
*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.
