Roasting Garlic

The Test: Roasted Garlic Versus Idahoan Mash... Surprising Seasonal Standoff

We’ve crossed a lot of culinary bridges this winter—some savory, some surprisingly mild. But when our pantry met the Idahoan Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic, 4 oz bag, we weren’t sure what to expect. We opened it expecting a straightforward upgrade, but what unfolded was neither a shock nor a letdown. The roasted garlic shared space with earthy potatoes, creating a familiar comfort food symphony that hit all the right notes. No abrupt bursts of spice, no overpowering garlic fatigue—just a warm, inviting blend that proved creamy perfection doesn’t need extra drama. Our seasonal standoff? Tied. Our records? Still pristine. Yet here, we’re already planninganother run through our supply.