Description
These Garlic Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes are a creamy, flavorful twist on a classic comfort dish. Roasted garlic adds sweet, caramelized depth while tangy goat cheese gives the potatoes a rich, velvety texture. Perfect as a side for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe yields smooth, luscious mashed potatoes topped with fresh chives and extra goat cheese for indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Roasted Garlic
- 3 bulbs of garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Mashed Potatoes
- 6 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 6 ounces goat cheese
- 1/2 cup half and half or milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Freshly snipped chives for topping
Instructions
- Roast the garlic: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Slice the tops off the garlic bulbs, rub off as much papery skin as possible from the sides, drizzle the cloves with olive oil, then wrap each bulb tightly in aluminum foil. Roast for 45 to 50 minutes until the garlic cloves turn golden and caramelized. Let cool, then carefully squeeze out the softened cloves, removing any remaining paper.
- Cook the potatoes: Place the peeled and chopped potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold water reaching an inch or two above the potatoes. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 25 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
- Mash and mix: Transfer the hot potatoes to a mixer bowl fitted with a paddle attachment, or use a hand masher. Mix for 1-2 minutes until the potatoes begin breaking down and forming a mound. Add in the goat cheese (reserve a small chunk for garnish) and roasted garlic cloves. Mix on medium speed until creamy and well combined.
- Finish the mashed potatoes: Lower the mixer speed to low and gradually add the half and half, butter, salt, and pepper. Continue mixing until the potatoes are completely smooth and creamy with no lumps. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Spoon the mashed potatoes into a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh chives and the reserved goat cheese chunk. Serve immediately to enjoy the warm, creamy textures and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Use russet potatoes for a fluffy texture; yukon gold potatoes will yield creamier results but slightly denser mash.
- Roasting garlic mellows its sharpness and adds a sweet, caramel flavor essential to the dish.
- For dairy-free, substitute goat cheese and half and half with plant-based alternatives.
- Make sure to season at the end and adjust to taste; potatoes often need a bit more salt than expected.
- These mashed potatoes are best served fresh but can be gently reheated with a splash of milk or cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
