Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Elevate your comfort food game with these irresistibly creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes. This recipe combines the velvety texture of Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes with the rich, caramelized sweetness of roasted garlic for a side dish that’s anything but ordinary. With just the right balance of butter and heavy cream, these mashed potatoes offer luxurious richness while remaining easy to make. The roasted garlic infuses every bite with a subtle, nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with holiday roasts or weeknight chicken dinners. Top it all off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Ready in under an hour, these mashed potatoes are a crowd-pleasing favorite you'll keep coming back to. Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or simply indulging in a comforting, homemade classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 whole Garlic bulb
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice off the top of the garlic bulb, exposing the tops of the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, wrap in aluminum foil, and roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until soft and golden.
While the garlic roasts, peel and dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
Place the diced potatoes in a large pot of cold, salted water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Once the garlic is roasted, let it cool slightly. Squeeze the cloves out of their skins and mash with a fork until smooth.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, heavy cream, mashed roasted garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper as needed.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.1 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.4 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 258 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 2476 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.4 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 26.9 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 3663 mg | 78% | |
*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.
