MOM'S SPECIAL MASHED POTATOES WITH CREAM CHEESE

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My mom made these mashed potatoes with cream cheese every year at Thanksgiving. It's rich and decadent but great for a holiday splurge.

Provided by Deselle

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds russet potatoes
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain. Let sit until cool enough to handle, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Peel potatoes and mash in a large bowl. Add cream cheese, heavy cream, butter, chives, pepper, and salt. Stir until creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Cholesterol 66.4 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 281.7 mg, Sugar 1 g

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