These are the best garlic Parmesan mashed potatoes; you will just not be able to stop eating them!
Ingredients: 6 | Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 6 | Difficulty: Easy
These are delicious garlic Parmesan mashed potatoes! They're made with confit or roasted garlic, and they're just something that you have to try!
When it comes to potato dishes, I'm all in โ roasted, smashed, or plain boiled, they're all fantastic. But today, we're talking about something extra special, a must-try dish. Make a Roasted Garlic and Tomato Soup, too.
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What is garlic confit?
Garlic confit is just garlic cooked slowly in oil until itโs soft and sweet. The strong flavor turns mellow and rich, perfect for mashed potatoes.
Mix it in, and the garlic melts right into the potatoes. Itโs not too strong, just super tasty and comforting. Check out more confit recipes: Duck Confit and Potato Confit.
You can use the roasted garlic for more than just mashed potatoes. Try spreading it on toasted bread for quick crostini. You can also mix it into dips, spreads, soups, or stews. Stir it into risotto, add it to grilled meats, or mix it with mayo.
Recipe ingredients
Starchy potatoes are often called floury potatoes or mealy potatoes. Common varieties of floury or starchy potatoes include Russet, Yukon Gold, Idaho, King Edward, Maris Piper, and Kennebec. Check out the Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes and the Truffle Mashed Potatoes, too.
Garlic confit: You will need whole bulbs of fresh garlic.
Parmesan: I always recommend using freshly grated cheese from a wedge; it tastes and melts better.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
How to make mashed potatoes with roasted garlic and Parmesan?
Step #1: Place the cloves in a small ovenproof dish and add olive oil. You want them to be nicely coated.
Step #2: Roast the garlic until it becomes very soft (to be able to mash it with a fork).
Be careful of the smallest cloves if you're using a whole bulb. They roast faster and can get too dark, so it's best to leave them out.
Step #3: Cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
Step #4: Mash with the potato ricer or a regular potato masher.
Make the potato mash
Combine the potatoes with the heated milk, garlic, butter, grated Parmesan, and seasoning. Be generous with the salt, but adjust the quantity as required; you will need less salt if using salted butter for the mashed potatoes. Check out our Spinach Mashed Potatoes or the Cauliflower and Potato Mash.
Good to know!
Starting with cold water helps the potatoes cook evenly. It keeps the outside from getting too soft before the inside is ready, so the texture stays just right, not mushy.
Use a potato masher or a ricer for a smooth mash. Avoid over-mashing to prevent a gluey texture.
Storage
Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave. Add a splash of milk and stir before reheating.
What to serve with them?
Recipe
Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
Equipment
- Small oven-proof dish
- Large pot
Ingredients
- 2 medium garlic bulbs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2.5 lbs starchy potatoes
- 1 ยผ cups full-fat milk Note 1
- 2 tablespoons butter Note 2
- โ cup Parmesan freshly grated
- fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or dill
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 320ยฐF/ 160ยฐC.
- Prepare the garlic: Remove the tiny garlic cloves (much smaller than the rest of the garlic cloves from the bulbs) and use them for something else. Peel the other garlic cloves and place them in the small baking dish.2 medium garlic bulbs
- Roast garlic: Pour the oil on top and turn the cloves into it. Roast them for about 20 minutes, tossing again half time, or until the garlic cloves are lightly golden and very tender. Blend the garlic and their oil in a small processor or mash them finely with a fork and then the back of a spoon.3 tablespoons olive oil
- Boil potatoes: In the meantime, peel and cube the potatoes. Place them in the pot and cover them with cold water (Note 3). Bring to a boil, add salt, cover the pot, leaving a crack open, and cook the potatoes for about 15 โ 20 minutes or until fork tender. Drain very well.2.5 lbs starchy potatoes
- Mash potatoes with the potato ricer or a regular potato masher (Note 4).
- Heat the milk in a small pot or the microwave.1 ยผ cups full-fat milk
- Combine: Add milk, garlic, butter, and grated Parmesan to the potatoes. Mix to combine and salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Be generous with the salt, but adjust the quantity as required; you will need less salt if using salted butter for the mashed potatoes. Mix well with a wooden spoon. Stir in the chopped herbs and serve immediately.2 tablespoons butter + โ cup Parmesan + fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper + 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Notes
- Vegan or dairy-free alternative: Use vegan/dairy-free options like almond milk and vegan butter or margarine.
- Use room-temperature butter and warm milk when mashing for better absorption and creaminess. Starting with cold water when cooking potatoes ensures even cooking and prevents the outer layers from overcooking before the insides are done.
- Mashing: Use a potato masher or a ricer for a smooth mash. Avoid over-mashing to prevent a gluey texture.
angiesrecipes says
So creamy, tasty and very comforting!