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The Ultimate Creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

A white bowl filled with creamy, fluffy garlic mashed potatoes, showing swirls and melted butter.
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Make the best garlic mashed potatoes with this simple recipe. These potatoes are ultra-creamy, buttery, and full of roasted garlic flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1 whole head of garlic
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for boiling
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup milk (whole or 2%)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30 to 40 minutes until soft. Let cool slightly.
  2. Place the peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold water and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Drain the potatoes well and return them to the hot, empty pot. Let them sit for 2 minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
  4. Squeeze the roasted garlic pulp from the cloves into the pot with the potatoes.
  5. Add the heavy cream, butter, cream cheese, salt, and pepper to the pot.
  6. Using a potato masher or a hand mixer on low speed, mash or mix the ingredients until mostly smooth.
  7. Gradually add the milk until you reach your desired creamy consistency. Mix just until combined to keep the potatoes fluffy.
  8. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For the creamiest texture, warm the heavy cream and milk slightly before adding them to the potatoes.
  • If you want extra fluffy potato side dish texture, use a potato ricer instead of mashing.
  • Roast the garlic ahead of time to save time on busy weeknights.

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