Description
Quick Gouda Mashed Potatoes are rich, creamy, and cheesy with the perfect balance of buttery Yukon Golds and smoked gouda. This easy mashed potato recipe is the ultimate side dish for holiday dinners or weeknight meals. Ideal for comfort food lovers and those seeking gourmet sides.
Ingredients
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded smoked gouda cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
1. Peel and chop Yukon Gold potatoes into even chunks. Place in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a pinch of salt.
2. Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
3. Drain the potatoes and return to the pot. Let sit for 1 minute to dry.
4. Add butter and mash until mostly smooth.
5. Gradually pour in the warm heavy cream while mashing to desired consistency.
6. Stir in the shredded smoked gouda cheese until melted and incorporated.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
Use Yukon Golds for the best creamy texture.
Warm your cream before adding for smoother blending.
Add more gouda on top for extra cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 65mg