Description
These mashed potatoes are next-level comfort food. Nutty brown butter, roasted garlic, and cream cheese come together for the creamiest, richest potatoes you’ve ever tasted. They’re the ultimate holiday side dish—and they disappear fast!
Ingredients
2 heads garlic
5 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold for creaminess or Russet for fluffiness)
10 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
6 tbsp cream cheese, softened
1 cup hot milk (whole or 2%)
Salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
Optional Twists:
Stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan for extra richness
Add 2 tbsp sour cream for tang
Garnish with fresh chives or crispy fried shallots
Swirl in 2 tbsp roasted garlic olive oil for depth
Top with a drizzle of truffle oil for a gourmet touch
Instructions
Roast Garlic: Slice tops off garlic heads, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast at 400°F for 30–35 minutes until cloves are golden and soft.
Cook Potatoes: Peel and cube potatoes. Place in salted water, bring to a boil, and cook until fork-tender (15–20 minutes). Drain well.
Make Brown Butter: In a small pan, melt butter over medium heat, stirring until golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
Mash & Mix: Mash potatoes with roasted garlic cloves. Stir in cream cheese, hot milk, and browned butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with chives, crispy onions, or an extra drizzle of brown butter.
Nutrition
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g