Description
These Smoked Gouda Cheesy Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, blending smooth, creamy textures with a rich, smoky flavor that elevates any meal. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this dish is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. The combination of buttery Yukon Gold potatoes and finely grated smoked Gouda creates a decadent side that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or holiday feasts. Easy to prepare yet gourmet in taste, these mashed potatoes will quickly become a favorite at your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and quartered)
- Salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups finely grated smoked Gouda
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ to ¾ cup heavy cream (warm)
Instructions
- Place peeled Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and season generously with salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until tender (about 15 minutes). Drain.
- Rice the cooked potatoes back into the pot off the heat.
- Stir in the unsalted butter until melted.
- Add the smoked Gouda, sour cream, and ⅓ cup of warm heavy cream. Mix until smooth, adjusting consistency with more cream as needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg