Aromatic Potatoes

Creamy, fragrant, and full of flavor, Carmelita's Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes are a perfect side dish for cozy dinners and holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces

• 1 head of garlic

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• ¾ cup whole milk (warm)

• ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)

• 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt 

• Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Roast the Garlic
   Preheat oven to 400°F. Slice off the top of the garlic head to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap in foil. Roast for 30–35 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden. Let cool, then squeeze the cloves out of the skins and mash with a fork.

2. Cook the Potatoes
   Place potatoes in a pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender. Drain.

3. Mash and Mix
   Add garlic, milk, butter, rosemary, and salt. Mash until smooth.