MASHED POTATOES WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE AND POBLANO CHILIES

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Categories     Milk/Cream     Pepper     Potato     Side     Quick & Easy     Cheddar     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 large fresh poblano chilies* (about 8 ounces)
3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
1 cup (packed) coarsely grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Char poblano chilies directly over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag; let stand 10 minutes. Peel, seed, and chop chilies.
  • Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 18 minutes. Drain potatoes; return to same pot. Add milk and butter and mash potatoes well. Mix in cheese and chilies. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Stir over medium-low heat to rewarm before continuing.) Transfer potatoes to bowl and serve.
  • *Fresh green chilies, often called pasillas; available at Latin American markets and some supermarkets.

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