Description
These Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes elevate your side dish game for any dinner party or holiday meal. The addition of smoked gouda and a creamy garlic-infused cheese sauce makes this mashed potato recipe extra special!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs Yukon gold potatoes
- 1.5 cups cubed gouda cheese (170g / 6oz)
- 2 cups cubed smoked gouda cheese (227g / 8oz)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 7 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1.5 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1–2 tsp ground white pepper (depending on your heat tolerance)
- 1/4 cup chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes:
- Wash and peel the potatoes, chopping them into large chunks (about 2-inch cubes).
- Place the potatoes in a large pot, submerge in cold water, and add 1 tbsp salt. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Strain once tender.
- Make the Cheese Sauce:
- In a large pan over low heat, melt 6 tablespoons of butter until sizzling.
- Add chopped garlic and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and heat until warm.
- Gradually add cubed gouda and smoked gouda in 2-3 portions, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
- Season the sauce with 1.5 teaspoons salt and white pepper.
- Combine and Bake:
- Using a potato ricer, rice the boiled potatoes into a large bowl. (A block grater can also work if the potatoes cool slightly.)
- Pour the cheese sauce over the riced potatoes and mix until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick spray and scoop the mashed potatoes into the dish, spreading evenly.
- Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and brush it over the top.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then broil for an additional 3-6 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped chives, and serve hot!
Notes
- Use a potato ricer for the creamiest texture; if unavailable, a block grater works as well.
- Keep the cheese sauce on low heat and stir frequently to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: side dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 1216 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1800mg
- Fat: 90g
- Saturated Fat: 52g
- Unsaturated Fat: 32g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 92g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 130mg