Cheesy Baked Mashed Potatoes

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Cheesy Baked Mashed Potatoes

Prep Time 35

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1 25

Servings

Calories 401kcal

Author Stacey Little

Ingredients

5 pounds yellow potatoes - like Yukon Gold (russets work, too)
2 teaspoons salt
10 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature - divided)
4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1 cup milk
2 cups Italian blend shredded cheese
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives (optional)

Instructions

Wash, peel, and cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes. (You'll want them to be as close in size as possible so they cook evenly.) Place the potatoes into a large pot and just cover with cool water. Add 2 teaspoons of salt. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a low boil, stirring occasionally, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
While they cook, preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
Drain the potatoes in a large colander and allow them to drain until most of the steam has stopped. This rids the potatoes of excess moisture. Add the hot potatoes back to the same pot or another large bowl. Add 8 tablespoons butter, cream cheese, and milk. Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes to your liking. (You can also use a hand mixer to mash the potatoes, just be cautious not to over-mix or they may become paste-like.) Mix until all the butter and cream cheese has melted and combined. Add the Italian cheese and stir to combine. Add more milk if necessary to get them to a smooth consistency. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Slice the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter into pats and scatter it across the top. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until the peaks are golden brown. Allow to rest for about 10 minutes before serving. Top with chopped chives, if desired.

Nutrition

* If nutritional values are provided, they are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used. The values do not include optional ingredients or when ingredients are added to taste.

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