Description
Creamy, cheesy, and full of comforting flavor, these Loaded Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate side dish that might just steal the show.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Russet Potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted Butter
- 1 cup Whole Milk, warmed
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced Green Onions
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
Instructions
- Place cubed potatoes into a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender.
- While potatoes cook, warm milk and butter together in a saucepan or microwave until melted and combined.
- Drain potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash until smooth and fluffy.
- Pour in the warm milk-butter mixture, sour cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until well combined and creamy.
- Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions, reserving some for garnish.
- Spoon into a serving bowl, top with remaining cheese and onions, and serve warm.
Notes
- Start potatoes in cold water to ensure even cooking.
- Do not overmix to keep them fluffy and not gluey.
- Use fresh grated cheese for better melt and flavor.
- Reheat with a splash of milk for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg