Garlic Blue Cheese Mashed Potatoes

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Garlic Blue Cheese Mashed Potatoes—a luxuriously creamy side dish that’s packed with bold, irresistible flavors. Perfectly tender russet potatoes are mashed with roasted garlic, velvety heavy cream, and a generous helping of tangy blue cheese crumbles for a decadent twist on the classic mash. A touch of black pepper enhances the richness, while optional fresh chives add a pop of color and freshness. Whether you’re elevating a holiday spread or pairing it with a weeknight roast, this quick and easy recipe—ready in just 45 minutes—is sure to impress. Discover how combining simple ingredients can transform mashed potatoes into a show-stopping side dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds russet potatoes
• 6 whole garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 cups blue cheese crumbles
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chives (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the garlic cloves on a small piece of foil, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap tightly. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes or until the cloves are soft and golden. set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

Peel and chop the potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.

Step 4

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for about 15–20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.

Step 5

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for a minute to let excess moisture evaporate.

Step 6

Squeeze the roasted garlic out of the skins and add it to the potatoes.

Step 7

Add the butter and heavy cream to the pot. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Fold in the blue cheese crumbles and mix until they are melted and incorporated.

Step 9

Season with black pepper and additional salt to taste, if necessary.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped chives, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1182.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2048.7

Total Fat 118.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 284.4mg	0%
Sodium 3310.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 12.5g
Protein 40.2g	0%

Vitamin D 8.0IU	0%
Calcium 482.7mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 5329.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.7%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 40.5%