Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

60 mins
easy
6 servings

A decadent and flavorful recipe for garlic mashed potatoes, perfect for any occasion. This recipe elevates the classic dish with roasted garlic for an extra layer of flavor.

GarlicPotatoesSide Dish

Equipment Needed

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Oven
  • Potato masher

Ingredients

  • 3.00 poundsYukon Gold Potatoes(Peeled and quartered)
  • 2.00 headsGarlic Heads(Roasted until soft)
  • 0.50 cupUnsalted Butter(For richness)
  • 1.00 cupHeavy Cream(For creaminess)
  • 1.00 teaspoonSalt(To taste)
  • 0.25 cupFresh Chives(Chopped for garnish)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut tops off garlic heads, leaving intact. Wrap in foil and roast for 40-45 minutes, or until soft.

Estimated time: 45 minutes

2

While garlic roasts, peel and quarter potatoes. Place in a large pot and add enough water to cover. Add salt.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Bring pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer until potatoes are tender (15-20 minutes).

Estimated time: 15 minutes

4

Drain potatoes and return to pot. Squeeze roasted garlic from skins and add to pot.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Add butter and heavy cream to the pot.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Mash potatoes and garlic with a potato masher until smooth. For extra smooth texture, use an electric mixer.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Gently stir until well combined.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Garnish with chopped chives and a pat of butter.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

10

Serve immediately.

Estimated time: 1 minutes