Roasted Garlic Sweet Potato Mash Recipe

This unbelievably creamy and flavorful roasted garlic sweet potato mash is the perfect side dish for any occasion! The secret? Roasting the garlic brings out its sweetness and adds an irresistible depth of flavor that elevates this simple dish to gourmet status. Easy to make and guaranteed to impress, this recipe will become your new go-to side for roasted meats, Thanksgiving feasts, or any weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 269.8 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Roasted Garlic Sweet Potato Mash

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How to Make Roasted Garlic Sweet Potato Mash

  1. **Roast the Garlic:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice off the top of 1 head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and wrap tightly in aluminum foil.
  2. Place the wrapped garlic head on a baking sheet and roast for 45-60 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden.
  3. **Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:** While the garlic roasts, peel and cube 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds) and 1 medium russet potato (about 1 pound).
  4. **Boil the Potatoes:** Place the cubed sweet potatoes and russet potato in a large pot and cover with water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
  6. **Drain and Mash:** Drain the potatoes well. Return them to the pot and mash thoroughly.
  7. **Add Flavor:** Add 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) of unsalted butter, 1/2 cup of milk (or cream for extra richness), salt, and pepper to taste.
  8. **Incorporate Roasted Garlic:** Once the roasted garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the cloves out of their skins directly into the mashed potatoes. Alternatively, you can individually remove and add the cloves.
  9. **Mix and Serve:** Stir everything together until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if desired to reach your preferred consistency. Serve warm as a delicious side dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

20g

Carbs

16g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Roasted Garlic Sweet Potato Mash?

Roasted Garlic Sweet Potato Mash takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Roasted Garlic Sweet Potato Mash?

Roasted Garlic Sweet Potato Mash has approximately 269.8 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Roasted Garlic Sweet Potato Mash?

The key ingredients for Roasted Garlic Sweet Potato Mash are Roasted Garlic, Sweet Potatoes, Potatoes, Butter, Milk, Salt And Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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