Karen Barnaby's Olive Oil and Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Elevate your classic mashed potatoes with Karen Barnaby's Olive Oil and Garlic Mashed Potatoes, a sophisticated twist on a comforting favorite. This recipe swaps traditional butter for rich, golden extra virgin olive oil infused with fragrant garlic, creating a silky and flavorful side dish that's as elegant as it is simple. Russet potatoes provide the perfect creamy base, while warm milk ensures a lusciously smooth texture. Seasoned to perfection with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a touch of fresh parsley for garnish, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight meals when you want to add a Mediterranean-inspired flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into even-sized chunks, approximately 2 inches in size. Rinse the potato chunks under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water. Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until they are fork-tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooking, peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, heat 0.5 cup of extra virgin olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the sliced garlic to the oil and cook gently, stirring often, until the garlic is golden and fragrant. This should take about 5 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are done cooking, drain them thoroughly and return them to the pot. Place the pot back on the stove over low heat for 1-2 minutes to evaporate any remaining moisture from the potatoes.

Step 6

Using a potato masher or ricer, mash the potatoes to your desired consistency. For a smoother texture, you can use a hand mixer.

Step 7

Gradually pour in the warm garlic-infused olive oil while mashing the potatoes. Be sure to include the golden garlic slices for extra flavor.

Step 8

Heat the milk separately in a small saucepan or microwave until warm, then add it to the mashed potatoes. Mix well to combine.

Step 9

Season the mashed potatoes with freshly ground black pepper and additional salt, if needed, to taste.

Step 10

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1169.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1924.6

Total Fat 114.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 11.0mg	0%
Sodium 2535.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 209.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 31.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 313.4mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 5336.5mg	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: 6.3%

Carbs: 42.0%