Best 10 Best Garlic Mashed Potato Recipes

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Looking for the ultimate mashed potato recipe that will steal the show at your next dinner party? Garlic mashed potatoes are a classic dish that is elevated to new heights with the addition of fragrant garlic. Indulge in the rich, creamy texture of perfectly mashed potatoes infused with a captivating garlicky aroma. Whether you prefer a traditional or a more modern preparation, this article will guide you through the process of making the best garlic mashed potato recipe that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

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GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



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This classic potato dish is always on everyone's favorites list for a Thanksgiving side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 medium russet potatoes (about 4 pounds)
1 head peeled garlic cloves (about 15)
Coarse salt
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup butter (1 stick), cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and quarter lengthwise; cut crosswise 1/2 inch thick. In a 5-quart saucepan, combine potatoes and garlic cloves; cover with water (about 8 cups) by 1 inch. Add 1 tablespoon salt.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes are easily pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Drain; return garlic and potatoes to pan. Stir over medium-high heat until dry, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • In a small saucepan, bring milk to a boil; pour over potatoes. Add butter and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mash until smooth and creamy.

THE BEST BUTTERY GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



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These buttery garlic mashed potatoes are the easiest garlic mashed potatoes you will ever make, thanks to an easy garlic hack!

Provided by Karlynn Johnston

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 5

2.5 pounds russet potatoes ( peeled and diced, all the same size)
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup salted butter
1 tablespoon garlic puree

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and fill until they are covered in water. Stir in the salt.
  • Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce to a lower heat until the potatoes are just simmering, a low rolling boil. Keeping it at this lower boil will help prevent them from boiling over.
  • Cook until the potatoes fall apart when pierced with a fork.
  • Remove the potatoes from the heat and drain off the water in a colander. Let them sit there draining.
  • Heat the half-and-half, the butter and the garlic puree in a medium saucepan over medium heat until simmering slightly, then remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Mash the potatoes using a masher or a potato ricer until smooth.
  • Mix in the hot garlic mixture until combined through.
  • Serve while hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Sodium 861 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEST GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



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Make and share this Best Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Christine

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

36 ounces chicken broth
2 1/2 lbs potatoes, peeled and quartered
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 cup nonfat sour cream
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped chives
1/8 cup melted butter

Steps:

  • bring chicken broth to a boil.
  • Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes, drain, reserving broth.
  • stir in garlic, cream, and 1 to 2 tbsp broth, mash until creamy.
  • Blend in sour cream, chives, and butter.
  • Heat through and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.4, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 38.5, Sodium 936.8, Carbohydrate 56.7, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 5.4, Protein 13.3

CREAMY GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



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Six garlic cloves and Parmesan cheese add savory depth to Alton Brown's Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes, from Good Eats on Food Network.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 1/2 pounds russet potatoes
2 tablespoons kosher salt
16 fluid ounces (2 cups) half-and-half
6 cloves garlic, crushed
6 ounces grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Peel and dice potatoes, making sure all are relatively the same size. Place in a large saucepan, add the salt, and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and then reduce heat to maintain a rolling boil. Cook until potatoes fall apart when poked with a fork.
  • Heat the half-and-half and the garlic in a medium saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Remove the potatoes from the heat and drain off the water. Mash and add the garlic-cream mixture and Parmesan; stir to combine. Let stand for 5 minutes so that mixture thickens and then serve.

GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup garlic cloves, peeled (about 1 head)
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup heavy cream, half-and-half, or creme fraiche

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the garlic and oil to a boil, then turn the heat to low and cook uncovered for 5 minutes, or until the garlic is lightly browned. Turn off the heat and set aside. The garlic will continue to cook in the oil.
  • Meanwhile, place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water, bring to a boil, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until the potatoes are very tender. With a slotted spoon, remove the potatoes from the water, reserving the cooking water, and remove the garlic from the oil, reserving the oil.
  • Process the potatoes and garlic through a food mill fitted with the medium disk. Add the reserved olive oil, 2 teaspoons of salt, the pepper, cream, and 3/4 cup of the cooking water to the potatoes and mix with a wooden spoon. Add more cooking water, if necessary, until the potatoes are creamy but still firm. Season, to taste, and serve hot.

GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



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These garlic mashed potatoes are rich and very tasty! For a creamier texture, use heavy cream in place of the milk. These are also terrific topped with green onions.

Provided by LORNASCHMALZ

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 potatoes, peeled and quartered
½ cup milk
¼ cup butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt to taste
1 pinch ground white pepper
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil; add potatoes, and boil until soft, about 20 to 25 minutes. Drain, and place in a large bowl.
  • Combine potatoes with milk, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix with an electric mixer or potato masher to your desired consistency. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.6 calories, Carbohydrate 57.3 g, Cholesterol 32.9 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 107.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

ROASTED GARLIC MASHED POTATOES - THE BEST YOU'VE EVER HAD



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Make and share this Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes - the Best You've Ever Had recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mimi Bobeck

Categories     Potato

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs potatoes
1 head garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup sour cream
4 tablespoons butter
milk or cream, if needed
salt
white pepper

Steps:

  • Separate head of garlic into individual cloves.
  • Toss in olive oil and wrap tightly in small piece of aluminum foil.
  • Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for 45 minutes.
  • When the garlic has cooled to the touch you should be able to squeeze it out of the 'paper' shell of the individual cloves.
  • Mash the roasted garlic with a fork, or force through a fine strainer.
  • If you use a ricer as recommended below, simply rice the garlic along with the potatoes.
  • Peel and boil potatoes in salted water until tender.
  • Force the cooked potatoes through a ricer (recommended) or mash by your usual method.
  • Put the riced potatoes, garlic, sour cream, butter, and salt and white pepper in a mixer bowl, and whip at medium speed until smooth.
  • Add cream or milk to adjust consistency.

CREAMY GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



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In her Auburn, Kansas kitchen, Myra Innes cooks these rich, creamy mashed potatoes frequently. Garlic cloves are boiled and then mashed right along with the potatoes to give them extraordinary flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
15 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes, garlic and 1 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain. , Transfer potato mixture to a large bowl; mash. Add the butter, cream and remaining salt; beat until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 959mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CREAMY GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



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This recipe is courtesy of chef Emeril Lagasse.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until garlic caramelizes, 6 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool slightly.
  • Chop garlic and return to saucepan. Add cream and warm over medium heat.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine potatoes and 1 teaspoon salt. Add just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat and drain. Return potatoes to saucepan and cook, over medium heat, mashing with a heavy whisk, about 1 minute. Add garlic-cream mixture and continue mashing until smooth. Season with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and white pepper; mix well. Keep warm until ready to serve.

TEXAS GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



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These creamy potatoes get their flavor burst from garlic and caramelized onions. Their savory goodness makes any meal better. -Richard Markle, Midlothian, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 whole garlic bulb
1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1 medium white onion, chopped
4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Remove papery outer skin from garlic bulb, but do not peel or separate cloves. Cut top off of garlic bulb, exposing individual cloves. Brush cut cloves with 1 teaspoon oil. Wrap in foil. Bake until cloves are soft, 30-35 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet over low heat, heat remaining oil. Add the chopped onion; cook until golden brown, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a food processor. Process until blended; set aside., Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain; return to pan. Squeeze softened garlic onto potatoes; add butter, sour cream, cheese, milk, salt, pepper and onion. Beat until mashed. Freeze option: Place cooled mashed potato mixture in a freezer container and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high, stirring twice and adding a little milk if necessary, until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • To achieve the smoothest mashed potatoes, use a potato ricer or food mill.
  • If you don't have a potato ricer or food mill, mash the potatoes with a potato masher until they are smooth.
  • Add milk, butter, and cream to the potatoes gradually, until you reach the desired consistency.
  • Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
  • For a richer flavor, use roasted garlic instead of raw garlic.
  • Top the mashed potatoes with chopped fresh herbs, such as chives, parsley, or dill.
  • Serve the mashed potatoes immediately.

Conclusion:

Garlic mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be dressed up or down to suit your taste. With a few simple tips, you can make the best garlic mashed potatoes that will be the star of your next meal.

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