Max Imized Garlic Smashed Potatoes
Elevate your table with Max Imized Garlic Smashed Potatoes, a luxurious twist on a comfort food classic. Featuring creamy Yukon Gold potatoes and roasted garlic, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an irresistibly flavorful side dish. The garlic, roasted to golden perfection, infuses the potatoes with a deep, savory richness that's perfectly complemented by a buttery, velvety blend of heavy cream. Designed for six servings with just 40 minutes from prep to plate, these smashed potatoes are as easy as they are indulgent. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, they’re perfect for holiday spreads, weeknight dinners, or any occasion that calls for a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 heads Garlic
- 6 tbsp Butter
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel away the loose outer layers of the garlic heads, leaving the skins on the cloves intact. Slice off the top 1/4 inch of each garlic head to expose the tops of the cloves.
Drizzle 1 teaspoon of olive oil onto each garlic head, ensuring the cloves are well-coated. Wrap each head in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet.
Roast the garlic heads in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.
While the garlic roasts, wash and peel (optional) the Yukon Gold potatoes. Cut them into evenly sized chunks.
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for a minute to let any remaining moisture evaporate.
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and add them to the pot of potatoes.
Add the butter, heavy cream, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the potatoes.
Using a potato masher, smash the potatoes and garlic together until your desired texture is reached. For extra creaminess, you can use a hand mixer.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
Transfer the smashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2197 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.3 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.8 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 317 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 2932 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.1 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 4521 mg | 96% | |
*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.
