Garlic Mashed Potatoes (Printable)
Creamy mashed potatoes infused with roasted garlic create a flavorful, comforting side dish for any meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Potatoes
01 - 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
→ Garlic
02 - 1 whole head garlic
03 - 1 tbsp olive oil
→ Dairy
04 - 1/3 cup whole milk, warmed
05 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
→ Seasonings
07 - 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
08 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
09 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Slice off the top of the garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30 minutes until soft and golden. Let cool, then squeeze out the roasted cloves.
02 - Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold salted water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain thoroughly.
03 - Return drained potatoes to the pot. Add roasted garlic cloves, softened butter, and warm milk. Mash until smooth and creamy.
04 - Stir in sour cream if using. Season with salt and pepper, adjusting texture with additional milk as needed.
05 - Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with chopped chives or parsley, and serve hot.
# Cooking Tips:
01 -
- The roasted garlic gives the dish a secret depth of flavor that feels like a warm hug in every bite
- This recipe is incredibly easy to make, yet tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen perfecting it
02 -
- Roasting the garlic is the game changer; raw garlic won't give you the same gentle sweetness
- Always warm your milk before adding it to keep the potatoes fluffy and avoid cooling them down too much
03 -
- Don't over mash or you risk gummy potatoes; aim for creamy but still a bit textured
- Using room temperature butter allows it to blend smoothly without clumps