Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
Description
Some side dishes are so good they steal the spotlight, and these cheesy mashed potatoes do exactly that. Fluffy potatoes are blended with creamy vegan butter, dairy-free milk, and melty vegan cheddar to create a smooth, velvety dish that’s rich, comforting, and full of homemade flavor. Every spoonful is warm, creamy, and wonderfully satisfying, making it a welcome addition to any meal.
Whether you’re serving them alongside a holiday feast or a simple weeknight dinner, these mashed potatoes bring comfort to the table with very little effort. Garnish with crispy fried onions or an extra sprinkle of cheddar for a delicious finishing touch that adds even more flavor and texture.
It’s a classic side dish that always feels right at home, no matter the occasion. Â
Ingredients
Instructions
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Scrub the potatoes and dice them into 1 to 1 1/2-inch pieces.
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Fill a pot with cold water and thoroughly rinse the potatoes. Let them sit for a bit to pull out some of the starch, if possible. Then, drain and refill the pot with cold water.
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Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and continue cooking until the potatoes are tender enough to be pierced with a fork, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
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Remove the potatoes from the heat and strain off all the water. Return the potatoes to the pot.
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Add the butter and mash the potatoes using a potato masher until you reach the desired consistency. I like them with a bit of texture, but not too much.
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Next, add the creamer and cheese and mix until combined.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with freshly chopped chives or crispy fried onions.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
Serving Size 1/4 of recipe
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 298kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.4g24%
- Saturated Fat 5.1g26%
- Sodium 410mg18%
- Potassium 640mg19%
- Total Carbohydrate 33.6g12%
- Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
- Sugars 2.5g
- Protein 7.6g16%
- Vitamin A 520 IU
- Vitamin C 22 mg
- Calcium 168 mg
- Iron 1.7 mg
- Vitamin E 1.6 mg
- Vitamin K 14 mcg
- Vitamin B6 0.38 mg
- Folate 52 mcg
- Magnesium 42 mg
- Zinc 0.9 mg
- Selenium 2 mcg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
