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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

These Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes can easily be made ahead of time! The flavorful roasted garlic, creamy sweet butter along with browned butter with fresh herbs make this the BEST Mashed Potato Recipe. They are smooth, creamy, and so tasty!
Prep Time8 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour 3 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Jen Lunsford

Ingredients

  • 1 head Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 lb Russet Potatoes
  • 6 tbsp Butter room temperature
  • 1/4 cup Half and Half room temperature
  • 1/4 cup Milk room temperature
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cut end off end of head of garlic, place in foil and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Close up foil and bake in 400 degree oven for 30 minutes. Set aside.
  • Allow to cool.
  • Microwave butter for 30 seconds.
  • Add milk and half and half to the butter
  • Peel and dice potatoes into 1/2" cubes.
  • Cover in water in large pan and boil over medium for 20-25 minutes, until tender.
  • Drain potatoes and transfer to serving bowl.
  • Add cloves of the roasted garlic by popping out of their skins.
  • Beat potatoes until everything is blended and smooth.
  • Gradually beat in butter and milk mixture until you reach desired consistency.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • You can optionally toss 4 tablespoons of butter in a small skillet with a spring of sage and cook over mediun heat until the butter browns. Then remove sage and pour over potatoes,

Notes

  • Don’t skip the fresh roasted garlic and herbs.
  • To make them over the top delicious, add a browned butter with a bit of fresh thyme.
  • If making ahead of time: Add the mashed potatoes to a casserole dish after they have cooled. Then, cover with aluminum foil. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days ahead. When ready to enjoy, warm for about 30 minutes in a 350 degree oven.

Nutrition

Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 996mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 405IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2mg