Cheese and Sour Cream Potatoes
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, Cheese and Sour Cream Potatoes are the ultimate side dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring fluffy Russet potatoes mashed with a luscious blend of sour cream, butter, and melty cheddar cheese, this recipe takes classic mashed potatoes to heavenly new heights. Infused with the rich aroma of garlic and finished with a golden layer of baked cheese, every bite delivers a delightful balance of creamy and savory flavors. Topped with a garnish of fresh chives or green onions, these baked cheesy potatoes are as beautiful to serve as they are delicious. Ready in just one hour and easily adaptable, this crowd-pleaser pairs effortlessly with your favorite meats or stands tall on its own as the centerpiece of a cozy comfort food feast. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday spreads!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Chopped chives or green onions
Instructions
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, finely mince the garlic.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot.
Add the butter to the hot potatoes and let it melt. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, minced garlic, and milk. Mix until the cheese has melted and all the ingredients are fully combined.
Season the potatoes with black pepper, and adjust the salt to your taste, if necessary.
Transfer the mashed potato mixture to an oven-safe dish and smooth out the top.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Sprinkle an additional 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the mashed potatoes.
Place the dish in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped chives or green onions and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2753 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.8 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.2 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 4090 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 291.0 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.8 g | ||
| Protein | 87.8 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1806 mg | 139% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 6884 mg | 146% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
