These garlic mashed potatoes are creamy, flavorful, and easy to make for the perfect potato side dish alongside any meal or layering in a casserole.
Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
60 mins
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Calories
172 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
When the garlic has baked for about 35 minutes, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool for a few minutes.
Step 2
Serve and enjoy!
Step 3
Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 4
Drizzle olive oil over garlic head; wrap in aluminum foil.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven until cloves are soft and golden, about 1 hour.
Step 6
Return potatoes to the pot or place in a large mixing bowl. Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
Step 7
Remove garlic from the oven. Cut garlic head in half and squeeze softened cloves into potato mixture.
Step 8
Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, or to desired consistency.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
4 tablespoons butter, softened
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
0.5 cup milk
1 medium head garlic, top of bulbs trimmed off so tops of cloves are exposed
