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Garlic Confit Mashed Potatoes

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Garlic Confit Mashed Potatoes are a luxurious twist on a classic comfort food, blending slow-roasted garlic with fluffy mashed potatoes for a rich, mellow flavor and ultra-creamy texture. Perfect for holidays or cozy dinners.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting & Boiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • For the garlic confit:
  • 2 whole garlic bulbs, cloves separated and peeled
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small sprig fresh rosemary
  • For the mashed potatoes:
  • 3 lb russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Place peeled garlic cloves in a small oven-safe ramekin. Pour olive oil over the garlic and add rosemary. Cover loosely and roast for 45 minutes until garlic is soft and golden.
  2. While garlic roasts, place potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. In a small saucepan, warm milk and butter over low heat until butter is melted. Do not boil.
  4. Drain the potatoes and return to the pot. Add 6–8 cloves of roasted garlic confit and the warm milk-butter mixture.
  5. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with some of the garlic-infused oil and garnish with chopped chives. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Adjust garlic amount to taste; the flavor is mellow, not sharp.
  • Yukon Gold potatoes can be used for a creamier, denser texture.
  • Heavy cream can replace milk for a richer version.
  • If too thick, add more warm milk or butter gradually.
  • Garlic confit and oil can be made ahead and used in other dishes.

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