The Ultimate Comfort Side: Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
If you think mashed potatoes can’t get any better, think again. These Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes are buttery, creamy, and infused with rich, mellow garlic flavor that takes them from simple to spectacular. With just a handful of everyday ingredients, this easy side dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or whenever you need a little extra comfort on your plate. Trust me—once you taste the magic of roasted garlic blended into fluffy potatoes, you’ll never go back to plain mashed again!
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
These creamy, buttery mashed potatoes with roasted garlic will become a go-to side dish! Made with simple, everyday ingredients, they deliver rich flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 medium garlic heads
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 ½ Ib red potatoes, unpeeled and cut into quarters (or sixths if large)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup milk (any kind except skim)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup butter, cut into 1-tablespoon pieces (plus extra for serving)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven & prep garlic:Set the oven to 400°F (200°C).Slice about ½ inch off the top of each garlic head to expose the cloves.
- Roast the garlic:Place the garlic heads on a sheet of foil. Drizzle each with 1 teaspoon of olive oil.Wrap tightly in foil and roast for 40-45 minutes, until cloves are golden and tender.Let cool, then squeeze out the softened cloves into a small bowl and mash with a fork.
- Cook the potatoes:Place the diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water.Add 1 tablespoon of salt, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Warm the milk, cream, and butter:Near the end of the potato cooking time, combine the milk, cream, and butter in a microwave-safe measuring cup.Heat in the microwave for 45-60 seconds, until warm.
- Mash the potatoes:Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash with a potato masher, leaving some texture if desired.
- Combine and serve:Stir in the warm milk mixture and mashed roasted garlic.Season with salt and pepper to taste.Serve immediately, topped with extra butter and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
If you love garlic, roast an extra head and add more to taste!
