Cheddar mashed potatoes are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-delicious. But with so many different recipes out there, it can be hard to know which one to choose. That's why we've put together this article to help you find the best cheddar mashed potato recipe for your needs. Whether you're looking for a simple recipe that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a more elaborate recipe that's perfect for a special occasion, we've got you covered. So grab a bowl and a spoon, and let's get started!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MASHED POTATOES WITH CHEDDAR
Who doesn't love fluffy, homemade mashed potatoes? Make them even better with sharp cheddar cheese. To get them really creamy, my mother's secret was to add whipping cream instead of half-and-half. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat cream, butter and salt until butter is melted, stirring occasionally., Drain potatoes; return to pot. Mash potatoes, gradually adding cream mixture. Stir in cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 21g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
LOADED MASHED POTATOES WITH BACON AND CHEDDAR
Make this cheesy mashed potato dish through step 3 the night before, and save the final baking for Thanksgiving day.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Peel potatoes, and cut into 1-inch chunks. Place in a large saucepan, and add enough cold water to cover by about 2 inches. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and reduce to a simmer. Cook until tender and easily pierced with a paring knife, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a colander to drain; return to pan, cover, and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon, and cook until crisp and browned, turning once. Transfer to paper towels to drain; let cool, andcrumble into pieces.
- Using a fork, mash the potatoes in pan until light and fluffy. Add the cream cheese, butter, and sour cream, and stir until combined and smooth. Add theonion and any onion juice, chives, 2 cups cheese, half the bacon, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Transfer to a buttered 3-quart baking dish. Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Bake until top is slightly golden and potatoes are heated through, about 30 minutes. Remove from oven; garnish with remaining bacon. Serve immediately.
CHEDDAR AND CHIVE MASHED POTATOES
My husband swears my cheddar mashed potatoes are the world's best. We always have some in the freezer. Sometimes I dollop individual servings in muffin cups and reheat them that way instead. -Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h45m
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain; transfer to a large bowl. , Add butter, sour cream, salt and pepper; beat until blended. Beat in whipping cream. Stir in cheeses and chives. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., To serve, preheat oven to 350°. Remove potatoes from refrigerator while oven heats., Bake, covered, 45 minutes, stirring after 30 minutes. Sprinkle with toppings; bake, uncovered, until heated through, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 32g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 693mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
BACON-CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Simmer 2 pounds small potatoes in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes; drain. Cool slightly, then peel. Heat 1 cup milk with 1/2 stick butter. Mash the potatoes with the hot milk and stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar. Top with crumbled cooked bacon and sliced scallions.
WHITE CHEDDAR AND CHIPOTLE MASHED POTATOES
Steps:
- Boil potatoes and garlic in large pot of salted water until potatoes are very tender, about 20 minutes. Drain. Return to pot. Mash with potato masher. Immediately add cheese, milk, chilies and butter and mash until smooth and cheese is melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
GARLIC, WHITE CHEDDAR AND CHIPOTLE MASHED POTATOES
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss garlic with oil in baking pan. Cover with foil; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until garlic is tender, about 15 minutes. Cool; peel and chop.
- Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain. Transfer potatoes to large bowl. Add garlic and remaining ingredients. Using electric mixer, beat mixture until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature. Rewarm, stirring constantly, before serving.)
BACON CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES
This is such a delicious way to fix mashed potatoes. If you are looking for something bursting with flavor and are looking for a different way to make your mashed potatoes, give this recipe a try! Easy and delicious!
Provided by Dine Dish
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat; cover and cook for 20 minutes or until tender.
- Drain.
- Add the milk, mayonnaise, chives, garlic powder and pepper; mash potatoes.
- Stir in cheese and bacon.
WHITE CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES
Make and share this White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by appleydapply
Categories Potato
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cover the potatoes with water in a large saucepan and add 2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes (check with fork). Drain well.
- Place the hot potatoes in a large mixer bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat until smooth. Add the butter and sour cream and whip for 20-30 seconds. Add the remaining 1 tsp salt, white pepper, and cheddar. Whip to incorporate. Add the cream and whip until the potatoes are smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.7, Fat 28, SaturatedFat 17.5, Cholesterol 87.1, Sodium 1395.3, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2, Protein 12.7
CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES
Cheesy mashed potatoes are great when served with Classic Meatloaf.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a medium saucepan. Cover with cold water by 1 inch; add 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer, and cook until potatoes are tender, 15 to 18 minutes.
- Drain and return potatoes to pan. Stir potatoes over medium heat until dry (a film of starch will form on bottom of pan), about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
- In a small saucepan, bring milk and butter to a simmer over medium heat; pour half of milk mixture over potatoes. Mash potatoes until just smooth, gradually adding enough of remaining milk mixture to reach desired consistency. Mix in cheddar; season with salt. Garnish with more cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 g, Fat 12 g, Protein 2 g
MASHED POTATOES WITH BACON AND CHEDDAR
I got this recipe out of the Martha Stewart Living Annual Recipes 2003 book. It's very tasty, and good enough for a week night side, or even good enough for a dinner party.
Provided by crazycookinmama
Categories Potato
Time 1h10m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Peel potatoes, and cut into 1-inch chunks.
- Place in a large saucepan, and add enough cold water to cover by about 2 inches.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and reduce to a simmer.
- Cook until easily pierced with a paring knife, about 20 minutes.
- Transfer to a colander to drain; return to pan, cover, and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add bacon, and cook until crisp and browned, turning once.
- Transfer to paper towels; let cool, and crumble.
- Using a fork, mash potatoes in pan until light and fluffy; add cream cheese, butter, and sour cream, and stir until combined and smooth.
- Add the onion and any onion juice, chives, 2 cups cheese, half the bacon, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until well combined.
- Transfer to a buttered 3-quart baking dish.
- Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
- Bake until top is slightly golden and potatoes are heated through, about 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven; garnish with remaining bacon.
- Serve immediately.
RED LOBSTER WHITE CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES RECIPE
The is a copy cat recipe of the Red Lobster White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes. I love them but Red Lobster doesn't carry them any more. they are quite easy to make.
Provided by Diana109
Categories Potato
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place potatoes in pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and simmer until fork tender. Drain completely.
- Mix potatoes with an electric mixer until smooth.
- When smooth, add butter and blend. Add cream, a little at a time and beat; add sour cream and blend. Add cheese, salt and pepper and blend again.
BEN'S GARLIC CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES
Make and share this Ben's Garlic Cheddar Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by WiGal
Categories Potato
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel potatoes and boil whole until tender, approximately 45 minutes. Drain and mash.
- Melt butter over very low heat in a medium saucepan. Add crushed garlic and continue cooking while stirring for 1 minute. Do not allow garlic to brown. Stir in milk. Add salt and pepper and graualy add grated cheese, stirring, constantly. Allow cheese to melt and pour over mashed potatoes. Beat potatoes to desired consistency.
CHEDDAR CHEESE MASHED POTATOES
A sweet potato added to the usual Yukon golds gives these cheesy potatoes a slightly sweet flavor and nice rich color. No one will believe they're lighter. -Connie Boll, Chilton, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain., In a large bowl, mash potatoes. Stir in the sour cream, thyme, salt, pepper and 1 cup cheese. Transfer to a 3-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GARLIC, WHITE CHEDDAR AND CHIPOTLE MASHED POTATOES
Great side dish that can be served at barbecues, with lamb, beef or chicken. From Bon Appetit. ZWT Western region (Idaho potatoes).
Provided by lazyme
Categories Potato
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Toss garlic with oil in baking pan. Cover with foil; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until garlic is tender, about 15 minutes. Cool; peel and chop.
- Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain. Transfer potatoes to large bowl. Add garlic and remaining ingredients. Using electric mixer, beat mixture until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature. Rewarm, stirring constantly, before serving.).
JALAPENO & ROASTED GARLIC CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES
Very savory and creamy potatoes. It's quick and easy, not a lot of ingredients. I wanted to make mashed potatoes and kept digging out new stuff from the fridge that I thought would taste good with potatoes. Impress with these comforting mashed potatoes.
Provided by d.chojnacki
Categories Potato
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place garlic in foil and wrap tight. Place in 450 degree oven and roast 30 minutes. Remove and let cool.
- Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water and liberally add salt. Set heat to high and let potatoes come to a boil for about 15 minutes until fork tender.
- Meanwhile, in a medium size pan add chopped bacon and drizzle a tablespoon of canola oil on top to separate bacon. Fry until crisp and remove from pan. Place on paper towel to drain fat.
- Turn heat to medium low, add butter and extra virgin olive oil and add the onion. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder. Cook for 7-8 minutes then add the jalapeno and roasted garlic. Cook until onions are sweet, not caramelized. Should only take 15 minutes total. Set aside.
- Drain the potatoes and return to pan. Add a little more salt and a generous portion of pepper. Add the butter and warm milk *microwave for 30-45 seconds until warm*. Mash with potato masher.
- When the potatoes are smooth add the onion, jalapeno, and garlic mixture. Mix together bacon then add the cheese until melted.
- Make any other adjustments with seasonings to your liking!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1124.2, Fat 74.2, SaturatedFat 42.2, Cholesterol 193.6, Sodium 1069.1, Carbohydrate 79.7, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 10, Protein 36.7
MAKE AHEAD GARLIC WHITE CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES
This may be made up to 24 hours in advance which makes this perfect to serve at a holiday meal or dinner party, if you are not an onion-lover you may omit. --- prep time does not include cooking the potatoes.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Potato
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the whole potatoes and peeled garlic cloves in a large pot; cover with cold water.
- Add in 1 tablespoon salt to the water; cover then bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Cook until the potatoes are fork tender.
- Drain the cooked potatoes and garlic cloves over a strainer, then place in a large bowl.
- Mash the potatoes and the garlic.
- While still warm mix in butter, sour cream, whipping cream, white cheddar cheese, onion and salt.
- Season with fresh ground black pepper to taste.
- Transfer/spread into a greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan (or any size to fit the potato mixture).Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- At this point you may cool completely then refrigerate for up to 24 hours or until needed.
- Cover with foil and bake at 325 degrees F for about 20- 25 minutes or until just heated through (if you are baking this from cold then the baking time will need to be increased slightly).
SLOW-COOKER CHEDDAR AND HORSERADISH MASHED POTATOES
Making mashed potatoes in a slow cooker not only saves precious stovetop space, but also yields uber-tasty spuds: Since you're not boiling the potatoes in lots of water, you don't lose any of that rich potato-y flavor.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 4h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Toss the potatoes, butter, 1 tablespoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper together in a 6-quart slow cooker. Add 1 cup of water, and cook, covered, on high until the potatoes are tender, about 4 hours. (They may have browned lightly in spots, but that is OK.)
- Add the sour cream and 1 1/2 cups of the warm milk to the potatoes, and smash them with a potato masher until they are mostly smooth. If they need to be thinned out, stir in the remaining 1/2 cup warm milk. Add most the Cheddar and all the horseradish, and stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with the remaining Cheddar and the chives.
WHITE CHEDDAR GREEN CHILI MASHED POTATOES
More work than your average mashed potatoes, but so worth it. The recipe was given to us by a family at a daycare where I used to work. They actually won a morning show recipe contest with it and I can understand why.
Provided by Erindipity
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In large pot of boiling, salted water cook potatoes and garlic until tender. Drain.
- In medium skillet over medium heat, saute bacon until crisp. Drain.
- In 2 t drippings saute onion until softened. Stir in green chilis. Cook 1 minute. Set aside.
- Mash potatoes. Beat in butter. Beat in milk and cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Fold in green chili mixture and bacon.
CHIPOTLE-CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES
Daughter in law made these for a special dinner, everyone loved them. Very good taste! From Cooking Light.
Provided by Derf2440
Categories Potato
Time 35m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Remove 1 chile and 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from can.
- (more if you wish, to taste) Chop chile to measure 1 tablespoon.
- Reserve remaining chiles and adobo sauce for another use.
- Place potato and garlic in a large dutch oven, cover with water and bring to boil.
- Cook 15 minutes or until potato is tender, Drain.
- Return potato mixture to the dutch oven.
- Add chopped chile and adobo sauce, cheese, and remaining ingredients.
- Mash to desired consistency with a potato masher.
- Cook 3 minutes over medium heat or until thoroughly heated, stirring constantly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.4, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 11.8, Sodium 313.2, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.2, Protein 6.9
CROCK POT CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES
A convenient way to have mashed potatoes ready along with your meat when you come home from work. Prep time also includes standing time for cheese to melt.
Provided by Audrey M
Categories Potato
Time 6h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place cut up potatoes and water into a slow cooker; dot with butter.
- Cook on Low for 6 hours or High for 3 hours.
- Check potatoes for doneness.
- Drain potatoes and place in a large mixing bowl.
- With an electric mixer, mash potatoes.
- After potatoes are mashed, add milk, salt and pepper.
- Whip until smooth.
- Stir in chopped green onions and cheese; blend well.
- Cover bowl with aluminium foil and place in a 200 degree oven for 15 minutes so flavors blend and cheese melts.
Tips:
- For a creamy texture, use Yukon Gold or russet potatoes.
- Peel and cut the potatoes into even-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the potatoes in salted water until they are tender but not mushy.
- Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot over low heat to remove any excess moisture.
- Use a potato ricer or masher to mash the potatoes until smooth.
- Add butter, milk, cream, and seasonings to the potatoes while they are still hot to melt the butter and create a smooth consistency.
- Stir in cheese until melted and combined.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, such as chives, parsley, or dill, for added flavor and color.
Conclusion:
Cheddar mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Try experimenting with different types of cheese, herbs, and seasonings to create your own unique recipe.
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