Rosemary Mashed Potatoes and Yams

A twist on the traditional mashed potatoes.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 35 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
• Calories: 236 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup milk
• ¼ cup butter
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• salt and pepper to taste
• 8 cloves garlic
• 1 ½ pounds baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 ½ pounds yams, peeled and cubed
• ½ teaspoon dried rosemary

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8 inch square baking dish.

Step 2

Place garlic in small ovenproof bowl, and drizzle with olive oil. Roast for 30 minutes, or until very soft. Cool and peel the garlic, and reserve the oil.

Step 3

Boil potatoes and yams in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup liquid.

Step 4

Place potatoes and yams in a large bowl with milk, butter, rosemary, garlic, and reserved olive oil. Mash to desired consistency, adding reserved cooking liquid as needed. Mix in 1/4 cup cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Step 5

Bake until heated through and golden on top, about 45 minutes.