Description
These Baked Mashed Potatoes are creamy, cheesy, and flavorful, making them the perfect side dish for any occasion. With a golden, bubbly cheese topping, these mashed potatoes are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 3 pounds russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
Boiling Water:
- 1 tablespoon salt
Mashed Potatoes:
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- ¾ cup whole milk, warmed
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Topping:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook Potatoes: Boil the potato chunks in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and mash with butter, warmed milk, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spread the mashed potatoes in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Add Toppings: Dot with butter, sprinkle with cheddar and Parmesan cheeses.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped chives or parsley before serving.
Notes
- These mashed potatoes can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days before baking.
- For extra richness, substitute heavy cream for milk.
- Add cooked bacon bits or caramelized onions for more flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
