Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place the cut garlic bulb on a piece of aluminum foil and drizzle with olive oil.
2. 2
   Close the packet and bake in the oven for 40 minutes until softened.
3. 3
   Put the cut potatoes in a large stockpot, cover with cold water, and add salt.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil, then simmer until the potatoes are fork tender, about 20 to 30 minutes.
5. 5
   Drain well in a colander.
6. 6
   While the potatoes are still warm, press them through a potato ricer or food mill and into a mixing bowl.
7. 7
   Whip in the warm milk and softened butter until incorporated and the potatoes are fluffy.
8. 8
   Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of the skins.
9. 9
   Add the garlic pulp to the potatoes.
10. 10
    Beat again; season with salt and pepper.