ROASTED GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

Ingredients:

  • 1 head of garlic
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 2 pounds red potatoes, washed and quartered
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 3/4 cup half-and-half
  • Fresh ground pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Roast the Garlic:
    • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
    • Cut the top 1/4 inch off the head of garlic to expose the cloves.
    • Place the garlic head on a piece of foil, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap the foil around the garlic to create a sealed packet.
    • Roast in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until the garlic cloves are soft and golden brown.
    • Once done, remove from the oven and let cool. Then squeeze the garlic cloves out of their skins when you’re ready to use them.
  2. Cook the Potatoes:
    • Place the quartered red potatoes in a large pot or Dutch oven and cover them with cold water. Add a teaspoon of kosher salt.
    • Bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
    • Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot.
  3. Mash the Potatoes:
    • Add the roasted garlic cloves to the pot with the drained potatoes.
    • In a separate container, gently warm the half-and-half and butter together until the butter is melted. You can do this on the stovetop or in the microwave.
    • Pour the warm half-and-half and butter mixture over the potatoes and garlic.
    • Add additional kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste.
    • Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes until the milk, butter, and garlic are well incorporated, and the potatoes are creamy with some small lumps remaining.
  4. Serve:
    • Garnish the mashed potatoes with additional fresh herbs and a dollop of butter if desired.
    • Serve the mashed potatoes warm as the perfect side dish to your favorite entrées.

Enjoy your Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes!

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