CHEDDAR CHEESE MASHED POTATOES

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A sweet potato added to the usual Yukon golds gives these cheesy potatoes a slightly sweet flavor and nice rich color. No one will believe they're lighter. -Connie Boll, Chilton, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

3-3/4 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
6 garlic cloves, halved
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

Place potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain., In a large bowl, mash potatoes. Stir in the sour cream, thyme, salt, pepper and 1 cup cheese. Transfer to a 3-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges