Description
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes are a creamy and fluffy side dish that brings comfort and perfection to any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 head of garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup cream
- 4 tablespoons butter or butter alternative
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the top off the head of garlic, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Squeeze the roasted garlic into the pot with the potatoes.
- Add cream and butter, then mash until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm as a comforting side dish.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use a butter alternative.
- Adjust the cream amount for desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting and Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg