Special Holiday Potatoes Recipe

Name: Special Holiday Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 lbs yukon gold potatoes; 6 tablespoons butter, divided; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 4 green onions, sliced; 4 cups chicken broth; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; ¼ cup half-and-half; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

1
Peel and cube potatoes.
2
In a large pot add 2 tablespoons butter, garlic and all of the white part of the onion and 1/2 of the green part.
3
Saute until nearly tender.
4
In the same pot, add the cubed potatoes and just enough broth to cover the potatoes.
5
If there is not enough broth, add a little water.
6
Boil approximately 20 minutes or until potatoes reach a mashable consistency.
7
Drain well.
8
Add all remaining ingredients and blend well.
9
Place in a prepared 9 x 13 pan.Cover and bake 1 hour.
10
Remove from heat and lightly drizzle with butter and sprinkle with paprika if desired.
11
NOTES: At Christmas time, I will add a bit of finely diced Red and Green Pepper when mashing the potatoes just to add a bit of festive color.
12
It doesn't really affect the taste.

1402

kcal

Calories

Fat

141

Carbs

100

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 lbs yukon gold potatoes, 6 tablespoons butter, divided, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 4 green onions, sliced, and more.

Yes, Special Holiday Potatoes falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Special Holiday Potatoes

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Variations & substitutions

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