Velvety Smooth Mashed Potato Casserole

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Transform your comfort food game with this Velvety Smooth Mashed Potato Casserole—a rich and indulgent twist on classic mashed potatoes. Featuring a creamy blend of Russet potatoes, butter, heavy cream, and sour cream, this dish is elevated with a touch of minced garlic and a golden layer of melted cheddar cheese. Perfectly baked to create a subtly crisp top, this casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple step-by-step process, you’ll create a luscious, cheesy masterpiece that’s as easy to make as it is to devour. Finish it with fresh chives for a pop of color and flavor, and enjoy a warm, satisfying bite every time!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 1 hr
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

12 steps

1. Peel and chop the Russet potatoes into evenly sized chunks (about 1.5 inches).

2. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

3. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

5. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes so excess moisture evaporates.

6. Add the butter, heavy cream, sour cream, minced garlic, remaining 1 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper to the potatoes.

7. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or electric hand mixer until smooth and creamy.

8. Transfer the mashed potatoes to a greased 9x9-inch casserole dish, spreading them out evenly.

9. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the mashed potatoes.

10. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

11. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

12. Garnish with chopped fresh chives, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (265.8g)

Calories		537
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		39.1 g	50%
	Saturated Fat	24.4 g	122%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		110 mg	37%
Sodium		817 mg	36%
Total Carbohydrate		35.9 g	13%
	Dietary Fiber	2.4 g	9%
	Total Sugars	4.3 g
Protein		10.1 g	20%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	1%
Calcium		208 mg	16%
Iron		1.1 mg	6%
Potassium		805 mg	17%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2104 cal (65.5%%)

Protein: 244 cal (7.6%%)

Carbs: 863 cal (26.9%%)