Mashed Potatoes Recipe
whipped creamy potatoes with roasted garlic
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Ingredients
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Potatoes
Cream and Flavorings
Method
Preparing Potatoes
- 1
Peel and Cut Potatoes
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into even chunks, about 1-2 inches in size.
- 2
Boil Potatoes
Place the cut potatoes into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Roasting Garlic
- 3
Prepare Garlic
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off a head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap in aluminum foil.
- 4
Roast Garlic
Place the wrapped garlic in the oven and roast for about 30-35 minutes until the cloves are soft and caramelized. Allow to cool slightly before handling.
Mashing Potatoes
- 5
- 6
Add Butter and Cream
Add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the mashed potatoes. Slowly pour in 1 cup of heavy cream while continuing to mash until creamy and smooth.
- 7
Incorporate Roasted Garlic
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and add them to the mashed potatoes. Mix well until evenly incorporated.
- 8
Season and Serve
Season the mashed potatoes with black pepper to taste. Serve warm as a delightful side dish.