Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Looking for the ultimate comfort food? These Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes are the perfect side dish to bring warmth and flavor to any meal. Creamy, buttery, and infused with the sweet notes of roasted garlic, this dish is a family favorite that pairs beautifully with everything from grilled meats to hearty stews. With easy preparation and minimal ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will have everyone asking for seconds. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a festive gathering, these mashed potatoes are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head garlic
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 pounds red potatoes (washed and quartered)
- Kosher salt to taste
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 3/4 cup half and half
- Fresh ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut off the top of the garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for about an hour until soft.
- Place washed and quartered red potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add salt, bring to a boil, then simmer until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).
- Drain potatoes and return them to the pot with the roasted garlic cloves.
- Warm the half and half and butter until melted; pour over the potatoes along with salt and pepper. Mash until creamy with some lumps for texture.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or an extra pat of butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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