Garlic Mashed Potatoes

1. 1

   Put oven rack in middle position and preheat to 450F.

2. 2

   Cut off and discard top 1/2 inch of head of garlic, exposing cloves.

3. 3

   Rub garlic all over with oil and season with salt and pepper, then wrap in foil.

4. 4

   Roast garlic until tender when center of a clove is pierced with tip of a paring knife, about 40 minutes.

5. 5

   Peel potato and cut into 1-inch pieces, then cover with cold salted water in a small saucepan.

6. 6

   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until potato is tender, 8 to 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Pour off water, then add half-and-half, butter, and 2 or 3 peeled roasted garlic cloves (reserve remaining roasted garlic for another use).

8. 8

   Mash with a potato masher to desired consistency and season with salt and pepper.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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