Cheddar and Gouda Smashed Potatoes
My Thoughts
Who doesn't like mashed potatoes? Who doesn't like cheddar cheese and creamy Gouda? Who doesn't want these to get together? No one that's who (apologies to the vegans and lactose intolerant in the room, I get it you definitely don't want these two together). These are quick and easy to make. There's really no extra work beyond regular mashed potatoes, except you do have to grate the Gouda and Cheddar. That can be done while you are boiling the potatoes.
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Difficulty
Easy -
Makes
6 Servings -
Tools
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Time
Prep Time 15 min.Cook Time 45 min.Total Time 1 hour
The How To Do It
- Dice the potatoes into 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch cubes (I leave the skins on), place into a pan of water, and bring to boil.
- While the potatoes are cooking, grate the Gouda and cheddar cheeses.
- Once the potatoes are cooked through (should be easily broken apart with a fork), drain them and place them into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the other ingredients to the bowl with the potatoes and mash with a potato masher (or mixer if you are so inclined) and mash until smooth. There will be lumps so don't worry about it. These aren't meant to be a high end, fine dining side. The skins add enough texture that any lumps will not be noticeable.
- If you are adding any of the optional ingredients, do so now. I highly recommend the smoked trout. It adds a smokiness similar to the bacon, but without the bad for you fat (because we're obviously worried about that with the cheese cream).
Ingredients
- 6 spaces
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Potatoes
- 1 cup
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freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup
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freshly grated Gouda
- 1 tbsp
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granulated garlic
- 1 tbsp
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kosher salt
- ¼ tsp
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smoked paprika
- ½ cup
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heavy cream
- 4 slices
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bacon*optional
- ¼ filet
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smoked trout*optional
- ¼ cup
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chives*optional
Cheddar Smashed Potatoes