Mashed Extra Cheesy Russet Potatoes Recipes

MASHED RUSSET POTATOES WITH CREAM CHEESE

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a large pot with 2 tablespoons salt and garlic. Add water to cover by 1 inch and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to medium and simmer until potatoes are tender and can be pierced easily with a fork, 12 to 15 minutes.
• Drain potatoes and garlic in a colander. Return to pot and cook over medium, stirring frequently, until pale, dry, and a film begins to form on bottom of pot, 2 to 3 minutes. Working in batches, press through a ricer into a large bowl, or mash directly in pot with a potato masher. Cover to keep warm.
• In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter. Mix into potatoes, then add cream cheese, stirring until fully incorporated. Season with salt and pepper.

MASHED & EXTRA CHEESY RUSSET POTATOES

Steps:

• Microwave potatoes as directed on package. (Do not mash.)
• Meanwhile, cook onions in large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat 2 min., stirring frequently. Add pasta sauce, thyme and garlic powder; mix well. Simmer 3 to 4 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently.
• Place potatoes in large bowl. Add milk; mash until ingredients are well blended and potatoes are mashed to desired consistency. Add cheese, bacon and pasta sauce mixture; mix well. Sprinkle with chives.

CHEESY MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until very tender; drain well., In a bowl, mash potatoes. Add cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, onion, egg, salt and pepper; beat until fluffy. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.