Garlic-Infused Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Recipe Collection: Side Dish

Garlic-Infused Creamy Mashed Potatoes bring the ultimate comfort food to your table with a rich, savory essence of roasted garlic blended with the velvety smoothness of sour cream and cream cheese. Perfect for American cuisine lovers, this dish is a must-have for family gatherings or holiday feasts. With its creamy texture and robust flavor, these mashed potatoes are versatile enough to complement any main dish, from roasted meats to hearty vegetable entrees. Plus, they provide a satisfying source of carbohydrates and healthy fats.

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Overview

These creamy garlic mashed potatoes are a delightful side dish, combining the rich flavors of roasted garlic with the smoothness of sour cream and cream cheese. Perfect for any occasion, they offer a comforting and flavorful experience.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 10

Cooking Time: 80 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Whole heads garlic, sliced
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 Tablespoon sea salt
• 5 Pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled
• 1 Cup sour cream
• 1 Cup butter
• 4 Ounces cream cheese
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch ground black pepper, to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Place the garlic heads in a baking dish and drizzle each with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
3. Bake in the preheated oven until the garlic is soft and brown, about 45 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil and stir in the sea salt. Cook the potatoes in the salted water until tender, about 30 minutes. Drain.
5. Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl; add sour cream, butter, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper. Cover the bowl with a lid or a piece of aluminum foil and let stand to soften the butter and cream cheese, about 5 minutes.
6. Squeeze the roasted garlic from the cloves into the potato mixture; mash the potatoes until smooth, creamy, and thoroughly combined.

Enjoy your creamy garlic mashed potatoes!