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Garlic Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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Creamy and flavorful Garlic Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes made with roasted garlic, rich goat cheese, and smooth butter for an irresistible side dish perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

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Roasted Garlic

  • 3 bulbs of garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Main Ingredients

  • 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

  1. Roast Garlic: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Slice the tops off the garlic bulbs, rub off as much of the papery skins as possible, drizzle the exposed cloves with olive oil, then wrap each bulb in aluminum foil. Roast for 50 minutes until cloves are golden and caramelized. Let cool and squeeze cloves out, discarding any remaining skin.
  2. Boil Potatoes: Place chopped potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water about one to two inches above. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 25 minutes. Drain well.
  3. Mash Potatoes: Transfer potatoes to an electric mixer bowl fitted with a paddle attachment. Mix at medium speed until potatoes start to break down and come together. Add goat cheese and roasted garlic cloves. Continue mixing on medium until creamy.
  4. Add Dairy & Season: Reduce mixer speed to low and add half and half (or milk), butter, salt, and pepper. Mix for a few more minutes until fully creamy with no lumps. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Serve: Spoon mashed potatoes into a serving bowl, top with extra goat cheese chunk and freshly snipped chives. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Roasting garlic mellows its flavor and adds sweetness; don’t skip this step.
  • If goat cheese is not available, cream cheese can be used as a substitute.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half and half with milk or low-fat milk.
  • Use a potato ricer or hand masher if you do not have an electric mixer.
  • Chives add a fresh, mild onion flavor that complements the creamy potatoes nicely.

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