Velvety Smooth Mashed Potato Casserole

Transform your comfort food game with this Velvety Smooth Mashed Potato Casserole—a rich and indulgent twist on classic mashed potatoes. Featuring a creamy blend of Russet potatoes, butter, heavy cream, and sour cream, this dish is elevated with a touch of minced garlic and a golden layer of melted cheddar cheese. Perfectly baked to create a subtly crisp top, this casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple step-by-step process, you’ll create a luscious, cheesy masterpiece that’s as easy to make as it is to devour. Finish it with fresh chives for a pop of color and flavor, and enjoy a warm, satisfying bite every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the Russet potatoes into evenly sized chunks (about 1.5 inches).

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 5

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes so excess moisture evaporates.

Step 6

Add the butter, heavy cream, sour cream, minced garlic, remaining 1 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper to the potatoes.

Step 7

Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or electric hand mixer until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a greased 9x9-inch casserole dish, spreading them out evenly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the mashed potatoes.

Step 10

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh chives, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1595.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3205.5

Total Fat 234.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 144.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 661mg	0%
Sodium 5812.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 25.9g
Protein 63.1g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1277.9mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 5265.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.9%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 27.3%