Description
Make Ahead Creamy Italian Mashed Potatoes Scrumptious are the ultimate comfort food, blending buttery russet potatoes with roasted garlic and fragrant Italian herbs. Each creamy bite pairs perfectly with any main dish, making it a standout side for gatherings or weeknight dinners. Prepare ahead of time to save stress and elevate your meal with this rich and flavorful dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 garlic cloves, roasted
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and chop the russet potatoes into even chunks. Rinse under cold water.
- In a large pot, add potato chunks and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook until tender (15-20 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap garlic cloves in foil with olive oil; roast for 20 minutes until soft.
- Drain cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add roasted garlic, butter, cream, and Italian seasoning; mash until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper as desired. Transfer to a baking dish if making ahead or serve immediately garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg