Description
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes are a creamy, buttery side dish that transforms any meal into a gourmet experience. This delightful recipe combines fluffy Yukon Gold potatoes with the sweet, mellow flavor of roasted garlic, creating an irresistible comfort food perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll achieve a rich and flavorful dish that will impress your guests with its heavenly aroma and smooth texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 2 garlic bulbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for roasting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the tops off the garlic bulbs, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- Boil the chopped potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Once the garlic is cool, squeeze the cloves into a mixing bowl. Add boiled potatoes, butter, heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
- Mash until smooth or leave some lumps for texture.
- Serve warm, garnished with chives or additional butter if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 215mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg