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Creamy Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic

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A comforting and sophisticated twist on classic mashed potatoes featuring silky smooth texture, nutty brown butter, sweet roasted garlic, and fresh chives. Perfect for any occasion and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 whole head of garlic, roasted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • ½ cup whole milk or heavy cream, warmed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: ¼ cup sour cream or crème fraîche

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35-40 minutes until golden and soft. Let cool and squeeze out the cloves.
  2. Peel and cut Yukon Gold potatoes into 1.5-inch chunks. Place in a large pot, cover with cold water, add 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
  3. Bring water to a boil, then reduce to simmer. Cook potatoes for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  4. While potatoes cook, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Swirl frequently until butter turns golden amber and smells nutty (5-7 minutes). Remove from heat.
  5. Drain potatoes thoroughly and return to hot pot. Mash immediately using a potato masher or hand mixer on low speed.
  6. Stir in roasted garlic cloves and browned butter until combined.
  7. Slowly add warmed milk or cream, mashing and stirring until creamy consistency is reached. Fold in chopped chives and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust salt to taste.
  8. Optional: Stir in sour cream or crème fraîche for extra richness.
  9. Give a final gentle stir, transfer to a warm serving bowl, and garnish with extra chives or a pat of butter.

Notes

Keep a close eye when browning butter to avoid burning. Roast garlic slowly for mellow sweetness. Warm milk or cream before adding to potatoes to maintain temperature and texture. Avoid overmixing to prevent gluey potatoes. Roasted garlic can be prepared ahead and stored refrigerated.

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