Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic and Herbs

Elevate your comfort food game with these luxurious Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic and Herbs. Creamy Russet potatoes are blended with rich butter, heavy cream, and milk for a perfectly smooth texture, while the sweet, mellow flavor of roasted garlic adds depth and sophistication. Fresh parsley and thyme bring a burst of herbal freshness, making this dish far from ordinary. With just 15 minutes of prep and a total cook time of under an hour, this crowd-pleasing side dish is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or elegant holiday feasts. Serve it alongside your favorite roasted meats or as the star of a vegetarian spread—either way, these mashed potatoes are pure comfort with a gourmet twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2.5 lbs Russet potatoes
• 1 whole Garlic bulb
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 tbsp Butter
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the top of the garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, wrap in aluminum foil, and roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes, until the cloves are golden and soft.

Step 3

Peel and chop the potatoes into evenly-sized chunks. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 4

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

Step 5

While the potatoes cook, mash the roasted garlic by squeezing the softened cloves out of their skins into a small bowl and mashing with a fork.

Step 6

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for a minute to release excess steam.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Stir in the roasted garlic, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, remaining 1 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning to taste, garnish with extra parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1492.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2209.3

Total Fat 101.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 257.1mg	0%
Sodium 5254.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 281.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 17.1g
Protein 41.2g	0%

Vitamin D 35.8IU	0%
Calcium 434.4mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 6883.5mg	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: 41.5%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 51.0%