Garlic Red Mashed Potatoes
Roasted garlic red mashed potatoes are the perfect rustic side dish that pairs well with almost anything. A delicious way to impress company
Servings 6
Calories 350kcal
Ingredients
- 2 medium garlic heads
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 3 pounds red potatoes cut into quarters
- Salt and black pepper
- 3/4 cup half N half
- 6 tablespoon butter
- Fresh chopped parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degree
- Cut the top off the garlic heads, place on a sheet of aluminum foil, and drizzle the olive oil on top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Wrap foil tightly around bulbs. Roast for 40-45 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool, then press the cloves out of the peels into a small bowl. Mash with a fork and set aside.
- Place the potatoes in a large pot with water to cover them. Add in 1 tablespoon salt and bring to boil over medium heat. Boil until potatoes are fork-tender for about 15-20 minutes. Drain and place back into the pot.
- In a small bowl add the half n half and butter and heat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes until warm.
- Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes and add in the garlic and warm half-n-half, butter mixture. Add more salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
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Notes
Yukon gold potatoes will also work.
Half n Half can be found in the milk section of your grocery store. Or you can simply combine 1/2 milk and 1/2 heavy cream to make half n half.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 234mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g
