POTATOES VESUVIUS

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Used to make this on occasion when the boys were little and asked for "Volcano Potatoes" - the original recipe came "Mary Masters - My Great Recipes", which periodically sent out a group of new recipes by mail.

Provided by Anna Vandenhazel

Categories     Potatoes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4-5 medium potatoes, pared and chunked
salt water to cover potatoes
1/2 c butter
2 eggs
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp white pepper
1 c sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • 1. Place potatoes in salt water and bring to boil. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • 2. Drain and mash potatoes with butter, eggs, salt, and pepper.
  • 3. Spread mashed potatoes in a 2-quart casserole dish and make a deep well in the center of potatoes.
  • 4. Place cheese into the well, pressing down firmly.
  • 5. Bake at 375 for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese has melted and potatoes are heated through.

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