Wisconsin Romano And Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
15 garlic cloves, peeled
10 medium baking potatoes, peeled
1 gallon cold water
1 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup wisconsin romano cheese, grated, plus additional for garnish
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

Place olive oil and garlic cloves in a small pan and simmer slowly until garlic is browned. Puree garlic and oil in blender and reserve.
Cut potatoes into medium-sized chunks. Place in cold water. Bring to a boil. Cook until potatoes are just tender. Drain potatoes and return to pot. Add all remaining ingredients plus the olive oil/garlic puree, and hand mash until smooth.
To serve, place a large spoonful in a bowl. Garnish with grated Romano cheese.