Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Roasted garlic lends a mellow, slightly sweet depth to fluffy mashed russets, while butter and milk make them rich and comforting. This versatile side shines alongside roasts or holiday mains and also layers beautifully into casseroles. Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes deliver cozy flavor with a smooth, satisfying texture that suits weeknights and special occasions alike.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Drizzle olive oil over the garlic head; wrap it in aluminum foil.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven until the cloves are soft and golden, about 1 hour.
- 4
When the garlic has baked for about 35 minutes, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool for a few minutes.
- 5
Return the potatoes to the pot or transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Add the milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
- 6
Remove the garlic from the oven. Cut the garlic head in half and squeeze the softened cloves into the potato mixture.
- 7
Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, or to your preferred consistency.
- 8
Serve and enjoy!
- Calories 174.67 kcal Moderate
- Protein 2.83 g Low Source
- Carbs 23.38 g Moderate
- Total Fat 7.89 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 4.27 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 16.14 mg Moderate
- Sodium 6.82 mg Low Source
- Fiber 1.6 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.54 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 89.36 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.84 mg Low Source
- Potassium 500.65 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 9.75 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 27.04 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.17 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄