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Creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

A white bowl filled with creamy garlic mashed potatoes, topped generously with fresh chives and cracked black pepper.
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Make silky smooth, buttery mashed potatoes infused with the mellow flavor of roasted garlic. This recipe yields the ultimate comfort food side dish, perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 2 whole heads of garlic
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for roasting)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for mashing)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top quarter off each head of garlic to expose the cloves. Place the heads on a small piece of foil, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt. Wrap the foil loosely around the garlic.
  2. Roast the garlic for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown. Let them cool slightly.
  3. Place the peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold, salted water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Drain the potatoes completely. Return them to the hot, empty pot for one minute to let excess moisture evaporate.
  5. While the potatoes cook, gently squeeze the roasted garlic pulp out of the skins into a small bowl. Mash the pulp with a fork until smooth.
  6. Warm the heavy cream and milk together in a small saucepan until steaming, but do not boil.
  7. Add the softened butter and the roasted garlic pulp to the drained potatoes. Begin mashing with a potato masher until mostly smooth.
  8. Gradually pour the warm cream and milk mixture into the potatoes while continuing to mash until you reach your desired creamy consistency.
  9. Stir in the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and the black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chives if desired.

Notes

  • For the silkiest texture, use a potato ricer instead of a masher after the initial rough mash.
  • Yukon Gold potatoes provide a naturally buttery flavor and creamy texture that works well for this recipe.
  • You can roast the garlic a day ahead of time for faster assembly.

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