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White Cheddar and Garlic Mashed Potatoes

[heart_this] · Feb 15, 2009 · 67 Comments

White Cheddar and Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Creamy mashed potatoes make for a great side dish. They are so easy to make and they are addictively good. Although simple buttery mashed potatoes are great, mashed potatoes are pretty much a blank slate, just begging for flavour to be added. Common additions to mashed potatoes include butter, creams, cheeses, herbs, etc. One of the things that I like about mashed potatoes is that the soak up the other flavours on the plate making them even better. It was with this in mind that I chose to serve mashed potatoes with my steak in pink peppercorn sauce dinner. I served the steak on the mashed potatoes so that some of the sauce would drip onto them and after the steak was gone they worked perfectly to soak up all of the excess sauce on the plate. I had some really sharp white cheddar cheese and I thought that it would go perfectly in the mashed potatoes along with some garlic that had mellowed out by simmering with the potatoes. I used some of those small new potatoes with the red skin and I left the skins on to add a bit of colour and texture to the mashed potatoes. The white cheddar and garlic mashed potatoes were nice and warm and creamy and full of flavour and they went really well with the steak dinner.

White Cheddar and Garlic Mashed Potatoes

White Cheddar and Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 4
ingredients
  • 1 pound potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon butter, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or cream cheese or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup aged white cheddar cheese, shredded
  • milk to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste
directions
  1. Boil the potatoes and garlic until the potatoes are fork tender, about 20-30 minutes.
  2. Drain the potatoes and garlic and mash.
  3. Mix in the butter, sour cream, cheese and enough milk to bring the potatoes to the desired consistency.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Food, Gluten-free, Recipe, Side Dish, Vegetable, Vegetarian

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Comments

  1. Jan says

    February 15, 2009 at 11:10 am

    Oooh that mashed potato looks soooo good!

    Reply
  2. katie says

    February 15, 2009 at 1:01 pm

    Those look and sound amazing! Would go perfectly with the steaks we had last night.

    Reply
  3. Sophie says

    February 15, 2009 at 1:01 pm

    That mash looks so cool! It rocks, Kevin!

    Reply
  4. Jennifer says

    February 15, 2009 at 1:03 pm

    I love putting white cheddar in mashed potatoes! Just like a steak-house! Great recipe Kevin!s

    Reply
  5. VeggieGirl says

    February 15, 2009 at 1:19 pm

    GARLIC!!! Love.

    Reply
  6. Sara says

    February 15, 2009 at 2:02 pm

    These look delicious, I love adding cheese to my mashed potatoes.

    Reply
  7. Gloria says

    February 15, 2009 at 2:02 pm

    Love garlic too! This recipe is mine!!!!!! Thanks Kevin!!Gloria

    Reply
  8. Sharon says

    February 15, 2009 at 3:33 pm

    OH, so that is the secret. Haha, I always wonder why my brother made the best mashed potatoes, now with this recipe, I’m going to outwit him.

    Reply
  9. Netts Nook says

    February 15, 2009 at 3:55 pm

    Kevin they look great, mashed potatoes are my weakness thanks for stopping by my blog keep coming back.

    Reply
  10. Cakebrain says

    February 15, 2009 at 3:57 pm

    oooh…mashed potatoes…I haven’t had this in a while!

    Reply
  11. Dana Treat says

    February 15, 2009 at 4:13 pm

    This is the kind of thing I just can’t make because otherwise I would eat the whole bowl. Looks amazing!

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  12. Hayley says

    February 15, 2009 at 4:19 pm

    I love your roasted garlic potatoes, so these must be incredible!

    Reply
  13. Lori Lynn says

    February 15, 2009 at 4:36 pm

    Your potatoes sound great Kevin. We have tons of pink peppercorns trees around here, I need to go photograph them…thanks for the reminder.
    LL

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  14. PG says

    February 15, 2009 at 4:56 pm

    What a lovely combination. That’s a good idea with the skin, gives a good colour to the mashed potatoes.

    Reply
  15. Elra says

    February 15, 2009 at 5:02 pm

    Kevin,
    We had a great dinner last night. My son’s girl friend is here visiting from UCLA. My son made the steak base on your recipe: steak with pink brine peppercorn and red wine sauce. He use regular red/pink peppercorn, it was heavenly. I actually use grass fed rib eye (special order, for the special day). While my son was in charged with the steaks, I made your delicious creamy mushroom. It was really the best steaks we ever tasted in my life. My husband even interested enough to look at your recipe. My son said: this guy (you, Kevin) is good, mom! So, he also browsed your recipes. I just want to let you know about our dinner, and also THANK YOU, for the most delicious steaks recipe ever!
    Cheers,
    Elra

    Reply
  16. Bren says

    February 15, 2009 at 5:28 pm

    You’re the 2nd post I’ve seen today with mashed potatoes! I love the idea of lots of garlic. HOw about pepper jack! yum! Hope you had a great Vday darling. I love coming over here.. i always have a smile on my face when I leave;)

    Reply
  17. Cathy - wheresmydamnanswer says

    February 15, 2009 at 5:29 pm

    Kevin – these look incredible you should send this to Noble Pig for her Potato ho down round up!!

    Reply
  18. Foodess says

    February 15, 2009 at 5:38 pm

    Mmm… looks like one satisfying side dish! Have you ever tried it with roasted garlic? The dry heat makes the garlic caramelize more than boiling it, making it super sweet and delicious.
    You really can’t go wrong with cheddar and garlic! Yum!

    Reply
  19. Laila says

    February 15, 2009 at 5:56 pm

    Love this potatoes … look and sounds like a delicious side dish ..will be giving it a try soon … Laila .. http://limeandlemon.wordpress.com/

    Reply
  20. Sam Sotiropoulos says

    February 15, 2009 at 7:27 pm

    Hi Kevin! This dish is simply divine! Looks really good, so good in fact, I am going to give this a try for tomorrow’s dinner. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  21. Dawn says

    February 15, 2009 at 8:10 pm

    Yes, great for leftovers, and Kevin if you have any, try frying these in a bit of oil. Tasty!

    Reply
  22. elly says

    February 15, 2009 at 8:11 pm

    Mmm, delicious. The only thing better than mashed potatoes are mashed potatoes with cheese and garlic. 🙂

    Reply
  23. Cheryl says

    February 15, 2009 at 8:23 pm

    Ohh my god I must make this today, I have some great aged white cheddar!

    Reply
  24. Natalie says

    February 15, 2009 at 8:32 pm

    YUMMY!!!!!!!! And I love the idea of the white cheddar because my BF *says* he doesnt like cheddar in potatos because it makes them look yellowy and buttery and yucky (i know…hes crazy!)
    Soooooo donight I will use white cheddar, garlic (LOVE), and some finely sliced chives…just because I want to use up a bundle in the fridge!!

    THANK YOU WE LOVE YOUR BLOG!

    Reply
  25. lisa (dandysugar) says

    February 15, 2009 at 9:36 pm

    Your potatos look delicious and creamy! The cheese and garlic add a great layer of flavor. Yum.

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  26. Pam says

    February 15, 2009 at 9:37 pm

    Great idea to cook the garlic with the potatoes!

    Reply
  27. Anonymous says

    February 15, 2009 at 11:21 pm

    gosh, i know a guy who would kill for this mash! 🙂

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  28. Lorraine @NotQuiteNigella says

    February 15, 2009 at 11:30 pm

    Yum! I made L’aligot once and it was the most perfect comfort food 🙂

    Reply
  29. Jan says

    February 15, 2009 at 11:55 pm

    Oooh, scrum, yum, what a lovely way to pep up some mash. I also like that you used red spuds with skin on, keeps in more of the vitamins that way.

    Reply
  30. Bellini Valli says

    February 16, 2009 at 12:38 am

    I love an excellent potato mash:D

    Reply
  31. Mary Ellen says

    February 16, 2009 at 12:39 am

    Potatoes and cheese – my two favorite things in the world! Looks great.

    Reply
  32. Cynthia says

    February 16, 2009 at 12:48 am

    I’m testing a recipe tomorrow that I am sure you will love. Here are the clues – cheese, mashed 🙂 sounds familiar? LOL

    Reply
  33. MaryBeth says

    February 16, 2009 at 1:27 am

    2 of my all time favorite things to put into extra creamy mashed taters. Your look so darn good.

    Reply
  34. Beachlover says

    February 16, 2009 at 2:44 am

    this recipe look really great!! now I know what to make for hubby side dish! thanks!

    Reply
  35. Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) says

    February 16, 2009 at 3:42 am

    This would be the main course for me — who needs the steak?

    Reply
  36. dishesdone says

    February 16, 2009 at 4:13 am

    Now I’m craving mashed potatoes! yours look amazing, Kevin!

    Reply
  37. Helene says

    February 16, 2009 at 4:16 am

    I love potatoes any way. This looks so yummy Kevin.

    Reply
  38. Katie says

    February 16, 2009 at 4:32 am

    Mashed potatoes (or any kind of potatoes) are one of my favorite things! This recipe looks great.

    Reply
  39. Mila says

    February 16, 2009 at 5:44 am

    mmmmmmm you had me at potato….these looks awesome Kevin!

    Reply
  40. Pam says

    February 16, 2009 at 6:00 am

    Now those are my kind of potatoes – they look terrific Kevin.

    Reply
  41. Sara says

    February 16, 2009 at 6:36 am

    i’m sure 40 other people said this before me, but YES PLEASE!

    Reply
  42. Foodie to the core says

    February 16, 2009 at 12:38 pm

    Lovely recipe. An humble invite to visit my blog. I’ve been fan of your cooking.

    Reply
  43. Joanne says

    February 16, 2009 at 2:19 pm

    Potatoes and cheese…you can’t go wrong with such a classic comfort food!

    Reply
  44. Jennifer says

    February 16, 2009 at 3:40 pm

    I love garlic with mashed potatoes. I hardly make them though yet its so easy!

    I will have to put this on my menu soon!

    Reply
  45. Grace says

    February 16, 2009 at 4:08 pm

    interesting tidbit–i can’t stand regular cheddar cheese, but i love white cheddar. odd, right? anyway, these are some stellar taters. 🙂

    Reply
  46. Katie says

    February 16, 2009 at 5:13 pm

    I think Mashed Potatoes are one of the best foods in the world and if you add cheese and garlic I’m in heaven.

    Reply
  47. Marysol says

    February 16, 2009 at 5:54 pm

    What’s not to love about such a warm and satisfying side?
    Btw, I also leave the skin on the potato. Only difference is I use roasted garlic in mashed potatoes, because it’s milder in taste, not to mention, I live with a bunch of wimps.

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  48. Lo says

    February 16, 2009 at 6:41 pm

    Mashed potatoes are always a delight — even plain. But, I love a load of garlic and a bit of cheese in mine. DELISH!

    Reply
  49. Anonymous says

    February 16, 2009 at 7:24 pm

    Mashed potatoes just make you feel good. Especially with cheese. Love how you used white cheddar, which maintains the great color!

    Reply
  50. Jennifer says

    February 16, 2009 at 8:18 pm

    Nothing like butter and cream in your mashed potatoes-I try to keep it lower in fat sometimes (see my post) but as my husband says: sugar and fat, can’t beat that!

    Reply
  51. Jeanne says

    February 16, 2009 at 11:11 pm

    Mmm, cheesy mashed potatoes! Who in their right mind would say no to that?? Delicious!

    Reply
  52. Deborah says

    February 17, 2009 at 12:14 am

    I love potatoes any way, but they sound especially delicious with the white cheddar and garlic!

    Reply
  53. Bobby says

    February 17, 2009 at 12:38 am

    mmm, white cheddar in mashed potatoes sounds great. I will have to try it sometime. I too mash my potatoes with the skins.

    Reply
  54. Not Another Omnivore says

    February 17, 2009 at 3:08 am

    So good!

    NAOmni

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  55. Zesty Cook says

    February 17, 2009 at 1:25 pm

    Oh WOW – these look high end Kevin. Nice Job

    Reply
  56. Foodie with Little Thyme! says

    February 17, 2009 at 6:38 pm

    I think i’ll make these tonight with my fried chicken

    Reply
  57. Debbie says

    February 17, 2009 at 7:14 pm

    Those mashed potatoes look great!!! I am going to give these a try sometime soon!

    Reply
  58. Paula says

    February 17, 2009 at 7:38 pm

    Whoa! Potatoes? White Cheddar? Garlic? I’m so there! YUM!

    Reply
  59. Lisa says

    February 17, 2009 at 7:40 pm

    This sounds like a satisfying side dish. I do love white cheddar.

    Reply
  60. Ashasnana says

    February 17, 2009 at 11:15 pm

    love, love, love your blog! thank you for making meals something special for all of us!

    Reply
  61. Nirvana says

    February 17, 2009 at 11:27 pm

    these potatoes look sooooo good!

    Reply
  62. Kathleen says

    February 18, 2009 at 2:40 am

    did I comment on this already?

    I hope so.

    how can this be bad? how I ask you?

    this with your peppercorn steaks. uh huh.

    primo baby primo!

    Reply
  63. tamilyn says

    February 18, 2009 at 3:45 am

    I’ll take a plate of those please!

    Reply
  64. Ricardo says

    February 18, 2009 at 11:26 am

    great mashed potatoes, and the picture is really good, soon I’ll be putting a classic on mine which has a nice mash too.. well done my friend 🙂

    Reply
  65. and_she_makes_four says

    February 22, 2009 at 1:27 am

    Wowza, these look SOOOO good, will try next time I made steaks or grill chicken.

    You're the best Kevin.

    Jenifer
    J&J Dish It Out

    Reply
  66. cometblond says

    December 3, 2009 at 8:54 pm

    Your blog is amazing! I made these potatoes for Thanksgiving last week, and they turned out perfectly. I used Greek yogurt in place of sour cream. Yum – thanks so much!

    Reply
  67. Jay says

    March 10, 2013 at 4:33 pm

    I made these last week and was incredibly surprised at how the white cheddar flavor stood out without being overpowering!

    http://www.jaytriedandtrue.blogspot.com

    Reply

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