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Creamy cheesy mashed potatoes in a large bowl with fresh chives.
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Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

By: Min Kwon | MJ and Hungryman
Creamy, dreamy, and ready in just 30 minutes, these cheesy mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Plus, discover the secrets to making them ahead of time for a hassle-free feast.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 10
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Ingredients 

  • 3 pounds gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup milk, room temperature
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Chives

Instructions 

  • Wash and peel potatoes. Cut into 1 inch pieces. Place into a large pot and cover with COLD water. Bring the potatoes to a gentle boil boil and cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  • Drain the potatoes throughly and return to the warm pot. Let them sit for a minute or two to evaporate any remaining moisture. Mash slightly.
  • Add butter FIRST followed by cream cheese, cheese, milk.
  • Mash using a potato masher until soft and creamy. You can leave the texture chunky if preferred. Top with chives and enjoy!

Notes

  • Don't add cold ingredients to warm potatoes - be sure to warm the butter and milk and use softened cream cheese so they will blend more easily with the potatoes.
  • Do NOT overmix the potatoes - otherwise you will end up with dense and gummy texture and nobody wants that!
  • Season well - taste and season with salt and pepper. You can also add more cheese or fresh chives, green onions, and other herbs for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Sodium: 102mg | Potassium: 601mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 346IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 116mg | Iron: 1mg
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