Garbage Mashed Potato Casserole Recipe

Name: Garbage Mashed Potato Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs baby red potatoes (skins on); 2 lbs yukon gold potatoes (peeled); 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine; 1/2 pint light sour cream; 4 ounces light cream cheese; 1/3 cup romano cheese or 1/3 cup parmesan cheese; 1/3 cup light grated cheddar cheese; chopped fresh chives; chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cut potatoes into cubes.
2
Boil in salted water for 15 min.
3
or until tender.
4
Mash manually with butter and cream cheese.
5
Mix in other ingredients and blend with hand mixer until desired texture is reached.
6
Add milk if you like a smoother texture.
7
Place in coated casserole and bake at 350 degrees for half hour or until heated through and brown on top.
8
Top with chopped parsley.
9
This can be made with virtually any combination of cheeses, including bleu or asiago.
10
Other add ins include: bacon, ham, carmelized onions, shallots, or garlic and any herb you think sounds good.
11
Try it with fresh ground horseradish!

835

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs baby red potatoes (skins on), 2 lbs yukon gold potatoes (peeled), 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, 1/2 pint light sour cream, and more.

Yes, Garbage Mashed Potato Casserole falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Garbage Mashed Potato Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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