These rich and ultra-creamy garlic mashed potatoes bring bold, restaurant-quality flavor right to your table.
Loaded with buttery goodness, fresh garlic, and savory Romano cheese, this scaled-down version keeps all the indulgence while making it perfect for a family dinner or small gathering.
Every bite is smooth, fluffy, and packed with deep, comforting flavor.
The combination of garlic and cheese creates that unforgettable taste that feels like it came straight from a high-end Italian kitchen—only now it’s your secret recipe to impress everyone at the table.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hr
Servings: 10
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 5 pounds unpeeled red potatoes, quartered
- 12.8 ounces butter (1.6 cups), softened to room temperature
- 4.8 ounces Romano cheese (about 1 1/4 cups), freshly grated
- 4.8 tablespoons garlic (about 1/3 cup), finely chopped
- 2 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 2 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
Directions
- Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a rolling boil.
- Add the quartered red potatoes and cook until fork-tender but not falling apart, about 40 to 45 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot or transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Add the softened butter, grated Romano cheese, chopped garlic, salt, and dried oregano.
- Mash the potatoes using a potato masher for a rustic texture or an electric mixer for a smoother finish.
- Mix until everything is creamy and well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve warm.