Mashed Potatoes With Cheddar and Chives Recipe

Name: Mashed Potatoes With Cheddar and Chives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 large potatoes, peeled, washed and quarter; 1 beef bouillon cube; 1 ⅛ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; ½ cup fresh chives, chopped; ¾ cup milk; ½ cup sour cream; 2 ounces cream cheese, softened; 4 tablespoons butter, at room temp; 2 teaspoons salt; 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled; ⅓ cup shredded cheese

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
In a large pot cover the potatoes with water adding the bouillon cube and boil until tender when poked with fork.
3
Drain water from potatoes and put them in a large mixing bowl.
4
Beat into the potatoes all of the ingredients, except those that are listed as toppings, until everything is well beaten and the potatoes are creamy with no lumps.
5
Spread the potatoes in a heat proof serving dish and top evenly with the bacon and cheese.
6
Place the serving dish with potatoes into the oven for about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
7
Pull from the oven and serve warm.

803

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 large potatoes, peeled, washed and quarter, 1 beef bouillon cube, 1 ⅛ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, ½ cup fresh chives, chopped, and more.

Yes, Mashed Potatoes With Cheddar and Chives falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Mashed Potatoes With Cheddar and Chives

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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