Double Cheddar Cheese Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these rich and creamy Double Cheddar Cheese Potatoes. This crowd-pleasing side dish brings together fluffy mashed russet potatoes infused with the bold flavors of sharp and mild cheddar cheeses, a touch of sour cream, and perfectly balanced seasonings like garlic and onion powder. Topped with a golden, bubbly layer of melted cheese, this oven-baked masterpiece is as irresistibly cheesy as it sounds. Perfect for holiday dinners, potlucks, or weeknight feasts, these cheesy potatoes are easy to prepare yet decadently delicious. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor, and watch this dish become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and peel the potatoes, then cut them into even-sized chunks.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow the potatoes to sit for a minute to steam off any remaining water.
Add the butter and milk to the pot with the drained potatoes. Mash them using a potato masher until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the sharp cheddar, mild cheddar, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the cheese is melted and fully incorporated.
Transfer the mashed potato mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle an additional handful of each cheese (sharp cheddar and mild cheddar) over the top of the potatoes for extra cheesiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 150.9 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.9 g | 480% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 451 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 4236 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 429.4 g | 156% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.7 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.1 g | ||
| Protein | 121.7 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 2369 mg | 182% | |
| Iron | 22.9 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 10785 mg | 229% | |
*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.
