Roasted-Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Roasted-Garlic Mashed Potatoes
45 min.
5
100kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your meal with a comforting side dish that's both flavorful and satisfying, look no further than these Roasted-Garlic Mashed Potatoes. This delightful recipe is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, but it also boasts a rich, creamy texture that makes it perfect for any occasion. Transport your taste buds with the warm, buttery notes of Yukon Gold or red potatoes harmoniously blended with the sweet, caramelized essence of roasted garlic.

Imagine the aroma of garlic wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this dish, a tempting blend that promises to be the highlight of your dinner table. The best part? This recipe is easy to follow and can be whipped up in just 45 minutes, making it a fantastic choice for everyday meals as well as special gatherings.

With each bite, enjoy the perfect balance of flavors, underscored by a touch of olive oil and the creaminess of low-fat milk. Whether you choose to stick with the classic roasted garlic version or opt for variations like Mashed Potatoes with Sage or Chive-and-Goat Cheese Potatoes, you’ll impress your family and friends with a side dish that showcases the comfort of home-cooked meals and the joy of sharing good food.

So roll up your sleeves and get ready to indulge in a plate of exquisite, homemade mashed potatoes that will surely leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  •  garlic head whole
  • 0.5 cup milk 1% low-fat
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cups water 
  • pound yukon gold red peeled quartered

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • blender
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Remove white papery skin from garlic head (do not peel or separate cloves). Rub oil over garlic head; wrap in foil.
  3. Bake at 375 for 1 hour; cool 10 minutes. Separate cloves; squeeze to extract garlic pulp. Set aside. Discard skins.
  4. Place potatoes in a saucepan, and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook 15 minutes or until very tender.
  5. Drain.
  6. Heat milk in pan over medium heat until hot (do not boil).
  7. Add potatoes, salt, and pepper, and beat at medium speed of a mixer until potato mixture is smooth.
  8. Add garlic pulp, and stir well.
  9. Mashed Potatoes With Sage: Omit garlic; add 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage to milk, salt, and pepper.
  10. Chive-and-Goat Cheese Potatoes: Omit garlic; add 3 tablespoons minced chives and 1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled goat cheese to milk, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories100kcal
Protein10.01%
Fat27.78%
Carbs62.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.4
Glycemic Load
0.07
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.975652228231%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:99.55kcal
4.98%
Fat:3.16g
4.86%
Saturated Fat:0.55g
3.46%
Carbohydrates:15.91g
5.3%
Net Carbohydrates:14.33g
5.21%
Sugar:2.35g
2.61%
Cholesterol:1.18mg
0.39%
Sodium:149.08mg
6.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.56g
5.12%
Potassium:454.08mg
12.97%
Vitamin C:7.99mg
9.68%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.81%
Phosphorus:80.72mg
8.07%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.59%
Copper:0.15mg
7.39%
Fiber:1.58g
6.32%
Magnesium:24.53mg
6.13%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.88%
Vitamin B3:1.07mg
5.37%
Calcium:44.7mg
4.47%
Vitamin K:4.51µg
4.3%
Folate:16.84µg
4.21%
Iron:0.7mg
3.88%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.65%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.43%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.82%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.79%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.4%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.73%
Selenium:1.04µg
1.49%
Vitamin A:53.21IU
1.06%
Source:My Recipes