Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Ingredients: 8 to 10 cloves garlic, peeled 1 cup olive oil 4 russet potatoes 2 Tablespoons butter 1/3 to 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup Asiago cheese, grated 2 Tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated Salt and pepper, to taste Instructions: 1. Put the garlic and olive oil in a heavy saucepan over lowest possible heat and simmer until soft; 30 to 40 minutes. 2. Drain off oil (reserve for marinades or vinaigrettes). 3. Puree garlic; set aside. 4. Meanwhile, prick potatoes with a fork and bake in a 400F oven for 1 hour, or until soft. While still hot, peel and mash, or pass through a potato ricer. 5. Melt butter in heavy cream; whisk in pured garlic. 6. Stir into potatoes. 7. Stir in cheeses and season with salt and pepper. 8. Spoon into a gratin dish. 9. Place in a 400 degrees F oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until browned and bubbling.