TEXAS GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

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These creamy potatoes get their flavor burst from garlic and caramelized onions. Their savory goodness makes any meal better. -Richard Markle, Midlothian, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 whole garlic bulb
1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1 medium white onion, chopped
4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425°. Remove papery outer skin from garlic bulb, but do not peel or separate cloves. Cut top off of garlic bulb, exposing individual cloves. Brush cut cloves with 1 teaspoon oil. Wrap in foil. Bake until cloves are soft, 30-35 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet over low heat, heat remaining oil. Add the chopped onion; cook until golden brown, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a food processor. Process until blended; set aside., Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain; return to pan. Squeeze softened garlic onto potatoes; add butter, sour cream, cheese, milk, salt, pepper and onion. Beat until mashed. Freeze option: Place cooled mashed potato mixture in a freezer container and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high, stirring twice and adding a little milk if necessary, until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.