Smoked Gouda Cheesy Mashed Potatoes (Printable View)

Ultra-creamy mashed potatoes blended with smoked Gouda, butter, and sour cream. Rich flavor in every bite.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
02 - Salt, to taste
03 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
04 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced
05 - 2 cups finely grated smoked Gouda cheese (about 4 1/2 ounces)
06 - 1/2 cup sour cream, at room temperature
07 - 1/2 to 3/4 cup heavy cream or half and half, warmed

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Place the peeled and quartered Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot. Cover completely with cold water and add a generous pinch of salt.
02 - Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook potatoes for approximately 15 minutes, or until very tender when pierced with a fork.
03 - Carefully drain potatoes in a colander, allowing excess water to escape.
04 - Return the drained potatoes to the pot, off the heat, and process using a potato ricer for a smooth texture.
05 - Add the sliced butter to the riced potatoes. Stir gently until the butter has completely melted and combined.
06 - Introduce the grated smoked Gouda, sour cream, and 1/3 cup of warmed heavy cream, along with salt and pepper. Stir until the potatoes reach a creamy and smooth consistency, adding more cream as needed.
07 - Taste the mashed potatoes, adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as desired, and serve immediately.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - For ultra-smooth mashed potatoes, ensure the cream and sour cream are at room temperature and the heavy cream is warmed before mixing in.