Description
Garlic Mashed Potatoes are a creamy, rich, and flavorful side dish made with roasted garlic, Yukon Gold potatoes, and extra virgin olive oil. This simple yet delicious recipe is perfect for holidays or any meal, delivering comfort and depth of flavor with just a few ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Roasted Garlic
- 1 whole garlic bulb
- Extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
- Sea salt (for sprinkling)
Mashed Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Butterball potatoes, peeled
- 2 teaspoons sea salt (divided)
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Butter (optional, for serving)
- Chopped chives and/or rosemary (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Garlic: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Trim the top ¼ inch off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Place the bulb cut-side up on a piece of foil. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Wrap the garlic bulb tightly in the foil.
- Roast Garlic: Roast the wrapped garlic bulb in the oven for 40 to 60 minutes until the cloves are deeply golden brown and tender. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Then, use the back of a chef’s knife or a small masher to mash the roasted garlic cloves into a smooth paste. Set aside for later use.
- Boil Potatoes: In a large pot, place the peeled potatoes and 1 teaspoon of sea salt. Add enough water to cover the potatoes by about 1 inch. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, approximately 20 minutes.
- Drain and Reserve Liquid: Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid before discarding the water. This reserved liquid will help achieve a creamy consistency for the mashed potatoes.
- Mash Potatoes and Combine Ingredients: Using a potato ricer or masher, mash the potatoes until smooth in a large bowl. Fold in the roasted garlic paste, ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon sea salt, and several pinches of freshly ground black pepper. Gradually add ½ cup of the reserved cooking liquid, folding the mixture gently until creamy. Add more cooking liquid, up to ½ cup, if a creamier texture is desired.
- Serve: Serve the garlic mashed potatoes hot. Optionally, top with butter, chopped chives, and/or rosemary for extra richness and flavor.
Notes
- These mashed potatoes are creamy and rich with the deep flavor of roasted garlic.
- Using Yukon Gold potatoes gives a buttery texture and flavor without needing additional butter.
- Adjust the amount of reserved cooking liquid for desired creaminess.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
- Optional garnishes like butter, chives, and rosemary add a fresh herbal note and richness if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
