Garlic Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes
Garlic Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes
Description
Creamy mashed potatoes infused with rich Garlic Olive Oil and finished with Parmesan, black pepper, and fresh chives. An easy comfort-food side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, roasted vegetables, and holiday dinners.
Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4–6
Ingredients
2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
¼ cup Garlic Infused Olive Oil
½ cup warm whole milk, plus more as needed
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
Fresh chopped chives, for garnish
Instructions
• Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Season generously with salt and bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until fork tender.
• Drain the potatoes well and return them to the warm pot for 1–2 minutes to remove excess moisture.
• Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or potato ricer until smooth.
• Slowly stir in the Garlic Infused Olive Oil and warm milk until the potatoes reach your preferred creamy consistency.
• Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to taste.
• Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped chives and an extra drizzle of Garlic Infused Olive Oil before serving.
Chef’s Tip
Warm the milk before adding it to the potatoes. Cold milk cools the potatoes too quickly and can reduce the creamy texture.
Flavor Variations
• Add roasted garlic for deeper garlic flavor
• Finish with Black Truffle Extra Virgin Olive Oil for a richer steakhouse-style variation
• Add sour cream or cream cheese for extra richness
• Stir in crispy bacon and cheddar for a loaded mashed potato version
• Use Rosemary Infused Olive Oil for an herb-forward variation
Pairings
Perfect alongside grilled steak, roasted chicken, pork chops, braised beef, grilled shrimp skewers, roasted vegetables, holiday dinners, or hearty comfort-food meals.
Recipe Notes
Yukon Gold potatoes create a naturally buttery mashed potato, while Russet potatoes create a lighter and fluffier texture. Adjust the milk based on your preferred consistency.
