Description
Indulge in the creamy and cheesy goodness of Party Potatoes—baked to golden perfection and guaranteed to be the highlight of any gathering. These delightful potatoes are easy to prepare and perfect for parties, potlucks, or family dinners. With a crispy exterior and fluffy interior, they will have your guests coming back for seconds. Serve them hot, topped with fresh chives, and watch as they disappear from the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup chives or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks. Rinse under cold water until clear.
- Boil the potatoes in a pot of water over medium-high heat for about 15 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash with butter until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream and fold in cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with more cheese if desired, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped chives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg