Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
Creamy potatoes are blended with butter, half and half, and cheddar cheese, then baked to golden perfection with a cheesy topping. This recipe is perfect for everyday dinners or holiday gatherings.
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup half and half milk
- 1 ½ cup medium cheddar cheese divided
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- Chopped chives to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 baking dish and set aside.
- Peel and chop the potatoes into chunks, then boil them in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain well.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth.
- Stir in butter, half-and-half, and ½ cup of cheddar cheese while the potatoes are still warm. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mashed potatoes to the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted. Broil for an additional 4-5 minutes if desired for a golden crust.
- Garnish with fresh chives and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra smooth potatoes, use a potato ricer.
- Salting the water as the potatoes cook enhances their flavor from the inside out, so you won’t need to add as much salt afterward.
- Add cream cheese for extra creaminess.
- Cut the potatoes roughly the same size. You want them to cook as evenly as possible.
Nutrition
Calories: 583kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 618mg | Potassium: 1067mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1167IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 2mg