Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
A classic rich, creamy, and flavorful potato recipe packed full of roasted garlic flavor and easy enough to make. These roasted garlic mashed potatoes will surely make your family come back for more.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 medium garlic head
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 lb Russet potatoes or Yukon gold
- 1/4 cup salted butter (soft, room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or heavy cream more as needed)
- salt & pepper to taste
- chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Slice the top off of the garlic and drizzle with olive oil, then wrap in aluminum foil and roast in a 425F preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until the garlic becomes golden brown and very soft.
- 2
Peel and cube potatoes, place in a pot cold salted water. Boil uncovered 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain well.
- 3
Add the butter and squeeze in the softened roasted garlic. Then mash with a potato masher until smooth.
- 4
Stir in the milk a little bit at a time until smooth and creamy.
- 5
Season with salt and black pepper.