Texas Garlic Mashed Potatoes

I got this one from Country Magazine - Oct/Nov 2009 edition:

Ingredients:

• 1 whole garlic bulb (or more if you like)
• 1 tsp. olive oil
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 medium white onion, chopped fine
• 4 medium potatoes
• 1/4 cup softened butter
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 tsp. salt (I use sea salt)
• 1/4 tsp. pepper

Directions:

Prepare garlic:

1. remove papery outer skin - do not separate cloves
2. cut off top of bulb
3. brush with 1 tsp. olive oil
4. wrap bulb in foil
5. bake at 425 for 30-35 minutes until soft

Prepare onion:

1. cook over low heat in 1 tbsp. olive oil 15-20 minutes until golden brown
2. transfer to food processor and process until fully blended
3. note: I added some fresh cut chives here

Prepare potatoes:

1. cover potatoes with water and bring to a boil (I only washed them; did not peel them)
2. reduce heat - cover - cook for 15-20 minutes until soft
3. drain water
4. add butter, garlic, sour cream, cheese, milk, salt and pepper
5. beat until mashed

The recipe says it makes 6 servings, but those must be large servings :)