Do-Ahead Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Do-Ahead Garlic Mashed Potatoes
115 min.
8
301kcal

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Are you looking for the perfect side dish to elevate your next meal? Look no further than these Do-Ahead Garlic Mashed Potatoes! This gluten-free recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly convenient, allowing you to prepare it in advance and save time on the day of your gathering.

Imagine creamy, buttery mashed potatoes infused with the rich flavor of garlic, creating a comforting dish that pairs beautifully with any main course. With just a few simple ingredients, including fresh potatoes, aromatic garlic, and a luscious blend of milk and heavy cream, you can create a side that will impress your family and friends.

What sets this recipe apart is its make-ahead feature. You can prepare the mashed potatoes up to 24 hours in advance, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive occasions. Simply bake them just before serving, and you'll have a warm, satisfying dish ready to delight your guests.

With a total cooking time of just 115 minutes and enough to serve eight people, these garlic mashed potatoes are not only a crowd-pleaser but also a great way to add a touch of homemade goodness to your table. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a batch of these irresistible mashed potatoes that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • pounds potatoes peeled cut into pieces ( 9 medium)
  • cloves garlic peeled
  • 0.8 cup milk 
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream (heavy)
  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • Dash pepper 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • potato masher

Directions

  1. In 3-quart saucepan, mix potatoes and garlic; add enough water (salted if desired) to cover. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer covered 20 to 25 minutes or until tender; drain. Shake pan with potatoes over low heat to dry. Mash potatoes and garlic in pan with potato masher or electric mixer until no lumps remain.
  2. In 1-quart saucepan, heat milk, whipping cream, butter, salt and pepper over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted; reserve and refrigerate 1/4 cup mixture.
  3. Add remaining milk mixture in small amounts to potatoes, mashing after each addition, until potatoes are light and fluffy. (Amount of milk needed to make potatoes smooth and fluffy depends on kind of potatoes used.)
  4. Grease 2-quart casserole. Spoon potatoes into casserole; cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours.
  5. Heat oven to 350°F.
  6. Pour reserved milk mixture over potatoes.
  7. Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until hot. Stir potatoes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories301kcal
Protein6.36%
Fat51.84%
Carbs41.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.97
Glycemic Load
22.37
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.711739229119%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
1.37mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:300.67kcal
15.03%
Fat:17.69g
27.21%
Saturated Fat:6.26g
39.14%
Carbohydrates:32.09g
10.7%
Net Carbohydrates:28.29g
10.29%
Sugar:2.88g
3.2%
Cholesterol:19.55mg
6.52%
Sodium:447.77mg
19.47%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.88g
9.76%
Vitamin C:34.33mg
41.61%
Vitamin B6:0.55mg
27.51%
Potassium:779.76mg
22.28%
Vitamin A:766.88IU
15.34%
Fiber:3.79g
15.17%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.06%
Phosphorus:135.41mg
13.54%
Magnesium:43.93mg
10.98%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.52%
Copper:0.19mg
9.63%
Vitamin B3:1.85mg
9.23%
Iron:1.38mg
7.69%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.16%
Folate:28.02µg
7.01%
Calcium:66.93mg
6.69%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.52%
Zinc:0.65mg
4.33%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.05%
Vitamin K:3.84µg
3.65%
Vitamin D:0.49µg
3.26%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.69%
Selenium:1.71µg
2.45%