Velvety Smooth Mashed Potato Casserole
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!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 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
Peel and chop the Russet potatoes into evenly sized chunks (about 1.5 inches).
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
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.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes so excess moisture evaporates.
Add the butter, heavy cream, sour cream, minced garlic, remaining 1 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper to the potatoes.
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or electric hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a greased 9x9-inch casserole dish, spreading them out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the mashed potatoes.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped fresh chives, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.0 g | 300% | |
| Saturated Fat | 144.6 g | 723% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 661 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 5813 mg | 253% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.5 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 63.1 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1278 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 5266 mg | 112% | |
*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.
