Description
These creamy roasted garlic mashed potatoes are a perfect side dish for any meal. The roasted garlic adds a sweet and savory flavor that blends perfectly with the buttery mashed potatoes. Simple ingredients and easy steps make this recipe a crowd-pleaser, ideal for holiday meals, family dinners, or weeknight cooking. #RoastedGarlicMashedPotatoes #MashedPotatoes #SideDish #ComfortFood #GarlicMashedPotatoes #HolidaySideDish #PotatoRecipe #DinnerSide
Ingredients
Scale
For 6 servings:
- 1 head garlic
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 lbs red potatoes, washed and quartered
- Kosher salt
- 6 tbsp butter
- 3/4 cup half-and-half
- Freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Roast the Garlic
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Cut the top 1/4 inch off the garlic head. Place the garlic on a piece of foil and drizzle with olive oil. Wrap the foil around the garlic to enclose it and roast for about 1 hour, or until soft and golden. Once roasted, squeeze the softened garlic cloves out of their skins when ready to use. - Prepare the Potatoes
Place quartered red potatoes in a large pot or Dutch oven. Cover with cold water and add 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender. - Drain and Return to Pot
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. This will help release any excess moisture. - Combine Ingredients
Add the roasted garlic cloves to the pot with the potatoes. Gently warm the butter and half-and-half together until the butter is melted (you can do this on the stovetop or in the microwave). Pour the butter mixture into the pot with the potatoes and garlic. - Mash the Potatoes
Mash the potatoes until creamy with some lumps remaining. If you prefer extra creamy potatoes, you can use a hand mixer to smooth the mixture. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. - Garnish and Serve
Garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or chives, and add an extra pat of butter if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Garlic Flavor: Roasting the garlic makes it mellow and sweet, balancing the richness of the butter and potatoes.
- Potato Variety: Red potatoes are perfect for this recipe due to their creamy texture when mashed. You can also use Yukon Gold potatoes for a smoother consistency.
- Making Ahead: You can prepare the mashed potatoes ahead of time, store them in the fridge, and reheat them when needed. Add a splash of milk or cream to bring them back to the desired consistency.
- Vegan Option: Substitute the butter and half-and-half with plant-based alternatives such as vegan butter and coconut or almond milk.
- Add-ins: For extra flavor, add grated cheese, sour cream, or crispy bacon bits to the mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25mg