Roasted Garlic Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes
Elevate your holiday dinners or weeknight meals with these luscious Roasted Garlic Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes, a creamy, flavorful side dish designed to save you time without compromising on taste. This recipe boasts tender Russet potatoes, rich roasted garlic, and a silky blend of butter and heavy cream, creating a perfectly smooth and irresistible texture. The roasted garlic infuses a deep, caramelized flavor into every bite, making these mashed potatoes anything but ordinary. Plus, they can be fully prepared in advance and reheated to perfection, making them ideal for entertaining or busy schedules. Topped with fresh chives for a pop of color and brightness, this dish will quickly become your go-to crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Tags: make-ahead mashed potatoes, roasted garlic, holiday side dish, creamy mashed potatoes recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Russet potatoes
- 1 Garlic bulb
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the top off the garlic bulb, exposing the tops of the cloves. Drizzle the olive oil over the garlic, wrap it tightly in aluminum foil, and roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
While the garlic is roasting, peel and cut the potatoes into 2-inch chunks.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow the potatoes to sit for a minute or two to evaporate any excess moisture.
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and mash them into a paste using a fork.
In a small saucepan, heat the butter and heavy cream over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm. Do not boil.
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher, ricer, or mixer, adding the roasted garlic paste, warm butter-cream mixture, 1 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Continue mashing until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a buttered casserole dish if making ahead. Let them cool to room temperature, then cover tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
To reheat, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the plastic wrap, cover the dish with foil, and bake the potatoes for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through. Stir occasionally for even reheating.
Garnish with chopped fresh chives (if desired) before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 142.7 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.3 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 364 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 5020 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 344.7 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.0 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 48.9 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 471 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 8202 mg | 174% | |
*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.
