Herb And Garlic Roasted Creamy Smashed Potatoes

Name: Herb And Garlic Roasted Creamy Smashed Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs red potatoes (about 10, 2 kg); 1/4 cup butter, melted (50 mL); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 3 heads garlic; 1 1/2 cups whipping cream, 35% (375 mL); 1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley (75 mL); GRATIN TOPPING (OPTIONAL); 3/4 cup shredded asiago cheese (175 mL); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley

Servings: persons

4 lbs red potatoes (about 10, 2 kg)
1/4 cup butter, melted (50 mL)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 heads garlic
1 1/2 cups whipping cream, 35% (375 mL)
1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley (75 mL)
GRATIN TOPPING (OPTIONAL)
3/4 cup shredded asiago cheese (175 mL)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley

1
Cut each potato into eighths and place in large bowl. Add butter, rosemary, thyme, sage, salt and pepper and toss to combine. Scrape onto large parchment paper lined baking sheet. Cut tip of each head of garlic off to expose cloves and place cut side down onto baking sheet. Roast in preheated 425u00b0F (220u00b0C) oven for about 50 minutes or until potatoes are golden and tender. Meanwhile, in saucepan or microwave bring cream and parsley to a gentle boil.
2
Scrape potatoes into large bowl. Using paper towel, hold onto garlic head and squeeze out cloves into potatoes. Discard skin. Repeat with remaining garlic. Add cream mixture and using potato masher, mash potatoes and cream mixture a few times to create a rough mash. Scrape into 8-cup (2 L) shallow casserole dish to serve. (Make ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. To reheat, cover loosely with foil and bake in preheated 400u00b0F (200u00b0C) oven for about 35 minutes or until knife inserted in centre is hot.).
3
Gratin Topping: In small bowl, combine cheese and parsley. Sprinkle over top of potatoes and bake in preheated 400u00b0F (200u00b0C) oven for about 5 minutes or until golden and melted. 8 to 10 serving. Preparation time 15 minutes, cooking time 55 minutes.
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1757

kcal

Calories

Fat

282

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs red potatoes (about 10, 2 kg), 1/4 cup butter, melted (50 mL), 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and more.

Yes, Herb And Garlic Roasted Creamy Smashed Potatoes falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!