**Discover the Exquisite Flavors of Texas Garlic Mashed Potatoes: A Culinary Delight Awaiting Your Taste Buds**
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Texas, where flavors dance on your palate and create a symphony of taste. Texas Garlic Mashed Potatoes, a beloved dish deeply rooted in Texan cuisine, awaits your culinary exploration. This delectable side dish elevates the ordinary into the extraordinary, transforming humble potatoes into a flavorful masterpiece. Join us as we delve into the secrets of this beloved recipe, unveiling the perfect balance of creamy, garlicky goodness that will leave you craving for more. Along the way, we'll also discover variations of this classic dish, each offering a unique twist that caters to diverse tastes and preferences. From the simplicity of traditional mashed potatoes to the indulgence of loaded mashed potatoes, our culinary adventure promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you with a newfound appreciation for this Texan delicacy.
CREAMY GARLIC MASHED POTATOES
Six garlic cloves and Parmesan cheese add savory depth to Alton Brown's Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes, from Good Eats on Food Network.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories side-dish
Time 50m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel and dice potatoes, making sure all are relatively the same size. Place in a large saucepan, add the salt, and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and then reduce heat to maintain a rolling boil. Cook until potatoes fall apart when poked with a fork.
- Heat the half-and-half and the garlic in a medium saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Remove the potatoes from the heat and drain off the water. Mash and add the garlic-cream mixture and Parmesan; stir to combine. Let stand for 5 minutes so that mixture thickens and then serve.
TEXAS GARLIC MASHED POTATOES
A recipe that is from the "Taste of Home" magazine website, which states: "These creamy mashed potatoes get their flavor burst from garlic and caramelized onions. They're great with any meal. -Richard Markle, Midlothian, Texas"
Provided by Lynn Dine
Categories Potatoes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut top off of garlic bulb. Brush with 1 teaspoon oil. Wrap bulb in heavy-duty foil. Bake at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until softened.
- 2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over low heat, cook onion in remaining oil for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a food processor. Cover and process until blended; set aside.
- 3. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Place potatoes in a large bowl. Squeeze softened garlic into bowl; add the 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 in a microwave-safe bowl until heated through, stirring twice and adding a little milk if necessary.
GARLIC AND HERB MASHED POTATOES
Cream cheese is the secret ingredient in these comforting spuds. Simply mash, mix and let them warm in the slow cooker. -Frieda Bliesner, McAllen, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 2h40m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place potatoes and water to cover in a 6-qt. stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain potatoes; return to pot. Mash potatoes, gradually adding cream cheese and butter. Stir in remaining ingredients., Transfer to a greased 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low to allow flavors to blend, 2-3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
GARLIC MASHED POTATOES
These garlic mashed potatoes are rich and very tasty! For a creamier texture, use heavy cream in place of the milk. These are also terrific topped with green onions.
Provided by LORNASCHMALZ
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Mashed Potato Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to boil; add potatoes, and boil until soft, about 20 to 25 minutes. Drain, and place in a large bowl.
- Combine potatoes with milk, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix with an electric mixer or potato masher to your desired consistency. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.6 calories, Carbohydrate 57.3 g, Cholesterol 32.9 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 107.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
TEXAS GARLIC MASHED POTATOES
These creamy mashed potatoes get their flavor burst from garlic and caramelized onions. They're great with any meal. This came from Country magazine. I have not tried this, just posting for easy finding.
Provided by internetnut
Categories Mashed Potatoes
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut off top of garlic bulb. Brush with 1 teaspoon oil. Wrap bulb in heavy-duty foil. Bake at 425 for 30-35 minutes or until softened.
- Meanwhile in a large skillet over low heat, cook onion in remaining oil for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a food processor. Cover and process until blended; set aside.
- Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Place potatoes in a large bowl. Squeeze softened garlic into bowl; add butter, sour cream, cheese, milk, salt, pepper and onion. Beat until mashed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.8, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 30.4, Sodium 347.8, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 2.3, Protein 5.6
GARLIC MASHED POTATOES
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring the garlic and oil to a boil, then turn the heat to low and cook uncovered for 5 minutes, or until the garlic is lightly browned. Turn off the heat and set aside. The garlic will continue to cook in the oil.
- Meanwhile, place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water, bring to a boil, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until the potatoes are very tender. With a slotted spoon, remove the potatoes from the water, reserving the cooking water, and remove the garlic from the oil, reserving the oil.
- Process the potatoes and garlic through a food mill fitted with the medium disk. Add the reserved olive oil, 2 teaspoons of salt, the pepper, cream, and 3/4 cup of the cooking water to the potatoes and mix with a wooden spoon. Add more cooking water, if necessary, until the potatoes are creamy but still firm. Season, to taste, and serve hot.
STEAKHOUSE STYLE GARLIC MASHED POTATOES
Perfect Steakhouse Style Garlic Mashed Potatoes is a classic side dish. They are perfectly creamy with a punch of garlic flavor. This recipe will make you feel like you are eating in a restaurant!
Provided by Rachel Farnsworth
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a large pot over high heat.
- Meanwhile, cut the unpeeled potatoes into 1 inch cubes or chunks. Place the potatoes chunks and garlic cloves into the boiling chicken broth and boil until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Strain the potatoes from the broth and put the cooked potatoes into a large mixing bowl.
- Add in the butter, cream cheese, buttermilk, and salt. Use a masher to mash the potatoes and other ingredients until everything is melted, combined, and completely mashed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Sodium 1149 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CLASSIC MASHED POTATOES
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 28m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Peel the potatoes, cut them into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large pot of boiling salted water. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes, until the potatoes are tender. Drain the potatoes in a colander and then return them to the pot.
- Meanwhile, heat the milk and butter in a small saucepan until the butter is melted.
- Using a hand held mixer, break the potatoes up and at low speed slowly add the hot milk/butter mixture to make the potatoes very creamy. Add the sour cream, 2 teaspoons of salt and the pepper and whisk to combine. Serve hot.
GARLIC MASHED POTATOES
This classic potato dish is always on everyone's favorites list for a Thanksgiving side.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel potatoes and quarter lengthwise; cut crosswise 1/2 inch thick. In a 5-quart saucepan, combine potatoes and garlic cloves; cover with water (about 8 cups) by 1 inch. Add 1 tablespoon salt.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes are easily pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Drain; return garlic and potatoes to pan. Stir over medium-high heat until dry, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a small saucepan, bring milk to a boil; pour over potatoes. Add butter and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mash until smooth and creamy.
GARLIC MASHED POTATOES AND GRAVY
My kids have multiple food allergies, but these simple mashed potatoes and gravy are easy to make for them. We like to serve the spuds with roasted chicken and put gravy over both the chicken and the potatoes. -Suzanne Earl, Spring, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water. Add water, olive oil, garlic and parsley to pan. With a mixer, beat potatoes until light and fluffy, 3-5 minutes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Set aside and keep warm., Meanwhile, heat meat drippings in a large saucepan. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Bring meat drippings to a boil; gradually stir in flour mixture until smooth. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Serve with mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 20g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 1206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- For the best results, use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes. These varieties have a high starch content, which makes them ideal for creamy mashed potatoes.
- Peel the potatoes before boiling them. This will help prevent the skins from toughening up.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water. This will help to flavor the potatoes and prevent them from becoming bland.
- Drain the potatoes thoroughly before mashing them. This will help to prevent the potatoes from becoming watery.
- Mash the potatoes until they are smooth and creamy. You can use a potato masher, a ricer, or a food processor to do this.
- Add the milk, butter, and garlic to the mashed potatoes and stir until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the mashed potatoes immediately, or store them in the refrigerator for later use.
Conclusion:
Texas garlic mashed potatoes are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them creamy or chunky, cheesy or garlic-infused, these mashed potatoes are sure to please everyone at the table.
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