Fluffy Garlic Mashed Potatoes


Recipe By : Lillian Kayte
Serving Size : 8
Preparation Time :1:40

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 large head garlic, split in half horizontally
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 large baking potatoes -- peeled & quartered
3 tablespoons low-fat margarine
1 cup low-fat milk or soymilk
salt -- to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

Preheat oven to 350°.

Drizzle garlic with oil. Wrap securely in foil; roast 30 to 40 minutes,
or until soft. Cool, then squeeze garlic out of skins; refrigerate.
Discard skins. (If desired, garlic can be roasted the day before.)

Cover potatoes with water, add salt and bring to a boil. cover;
cook 20 to 30 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain; reserve cooking water.
Mash potatoes well. Add garlic, margarine, salt, pepper and milk or soymilk.
Whip potatoes, adding reserved cooking liquid 1/4 cup at a time until potatoes
are fluffy and light but still hold shape.