Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes | CookOS

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Name: Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 head garlic; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp dried oregano; 4 cups prepared mashed potatoes, warm; Fresh parsley, for garnish; Olive oil, for drizzling; Butter, for topping

Roasted garlic mashed potatoes deliver sweet, caramelized garlic flavor infused into creamy potatoes with olive oil and fresh herbs. Roasting the garlic whole mellows its sharpness and adds rich depth to this elevated classic side.

🌍American 🏷️Mashed potatoes 🏷️Roasted garlic 🏷️Side dish 🏷️Comfort food Creamy

About·Privacy·Terms

🏷️

0:00

-0:00

Disabled

Auto

0.25x

0.5x

0.75x

Normal

1.25x

1.5x

1.75x

TikTok

Total

55 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$16–$26

Recipe Source

View original recipe

From TikTok

0:00

-0:00

Disabled

Auto

0.25x

0.5x

0.75x

Normal

1.25x

1.5x

1.75x

TikTok

Ingredients

1 head garlic
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried oregano
4 cups prepared mashed potatoes, warm
Fresh parsley, for garnishoptional
Olive oil, for drizzlingoptional
Butter, for toppingoptional

7 Ingredients

Delivery in as fast as one hour.^*

Prices vary by store

^*Service fees apply. Instacart^® and the Instacart logo are registered trademarks of Maplebear Inc. d/b/a Instacart.

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Slice the top off a head of garlic to expose the cloves.
3
Place the garlic head on a piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle generously with olive oil.
4
Sprinkle the dried oregano over the exposed garlic cloves.
5
Wrap the garlic tightly in the aluminum foil.
6
Place the foil packet in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 60 minutes, until the cloves are soft and caramelized.
7
Once cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and into a bowl of warm, prepared mashed potatoes.
8
Mix well to combine. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, a drizzle of olive oil, and pats of butter before serving.

Was this recipe helpful?

Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Roast garlic cut-side up with olive oil at 400°F for 30–35 minutes until deep golden and caramelized; soft cloves indicate doneness.
Squeeze roasted garlic cloves directly into warm mashed potatoes to avoid lumps and ensure even distribution of flavor.
Add fresh parsley and a drizzle of olive oil just before serving to brighten flavor and add visual appeal.
Don't skip the oregano in the roasting step; it infuses the garlic oil and adds herbaceous depth to the potatoes.

Substitutions

Dried oregano → fresh rosemary or thyme (use same amount; intensity is similar)
Olive oil for drizzling → butter or ghee (adds richness; use half the amount)
Fresh parsley → chives or fresh dill (lighter onion or anise notes)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled mashed potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a double boiler or microwave with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.

Common Questions

How long does it take to roast the garlic?

Roast the whole head of garlic at 400°F for 30–35 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden. You can roast it alongside other dishes to save time.

Can I make roasted garlic mashed potatoes ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare the roasted garlic and store it separately, then fold it into warm mashed potatoes just before serving, or reheat gently in a double boiler.

Can I use roasted garlic powder instead of fresh roasted garlic?

Powder lacks the sweet, creamy texture of roasted garlic. For best results, roast fresh garlic; pre-made roasted garlic from a jar is a faster alternative.