Adams' Apple Mashed Potatoes

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. 2

   Put the potatoes in a large pot and cover by 1-inch with cold water.

3. 3

   Bring the water to a boil over high heat, add salt, to taste, and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, create a boat shape out of aluminum foil and add the garlic cloves.

5. 5

   Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and drizzle with oil.

6. 6

   Seal the foil and roast until the garlic is nicely caramelized, about 30 minutes.

7. 7

   Heat the half-and-half in a small saucepan over low heat until hot.

8. 8

   Drain the potatoes and put them back into the pot.

9. 9

   The heat from the pot will continue to dry out the potatoes.

10. 10

    Add the half-and-half, butter and roasted garlic and mash.

11. 11

    Fold in the apples and season, to taste, with salt and pepper.

12. 12

    Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.