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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Roasted garlic mashed potatoes are creamy, rich, and full of deep savory flavor. Roasting the garlic first gives these mashed potatoes a mellow, comforting taste that works especially well with hearty beef and pork dishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 whole head garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Slice the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35 to 40 minutes until soft.
  3. While the garlic roasts, place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water.
  4. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain well.
  5. Return the potatoes to the pot.
  6. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves into the pot with the potatoes.
  7. Add the butter, warm milk, salt, black pepper, and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  8. Mash until smooth and creamy.
  9. Serve warm.