CHEDDAR AND CHIVE MASHED POTATOES

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My husband swears my cheddar mashed potatoes are the world's best. We always have some in the freezer. Sometimes I dollop individual servings in muffin cups and reheat them that way instead. -Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h45m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 10 cups)
1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
TOPPINGS:
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (6 ounces) french-fried onions

Steps:

Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain; transfer to a large bowl. , Add butter, sour cream, salt and pepper; beat until blended. Beat in whipping cream. Stir in cheeses and chives. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., To serve, preheat oven to 350°. Remove potatoes from refrigerator while oven heats., Bake, covered, 45 minutes, stirring after 30 minutes. Sprinkle with toppings; bake, uncovered, until heated through, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 32g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 693mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.