Garlic Mashed Potatoes

By pattiaroberts

Ingredients

• 2 and 1/4 lbs. russet or Yukon gold potatoes
• 1 whole garlic bulb
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1.2 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• fresh chives

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Peel potatoes and cut into even-sized pieces. Place in a large pot of lightly salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until cooked through, about 20 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, separate garlic cloves, but do not peel them. Place in a bowl, add olive oil and toss to coat. Place on a baking sheet and roast in oven until softened, about 10 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
3. Drain potatoes and return to pot. Mash slightly. Add sour cream and butter. Quickly squeeze pulp from garlic cloves into pot. Add salt and black pepper.
4. Marsh potatoes until combined and smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl. Cut chives into small pieces. Sprinkle over mashed potatoes in bowl; serve.