Description
This rich and creamy casserole combines classic mashed potatoes with a buttery baked crust for the ultimate holiday side dish. Perfect for Thanksgiving, it offers fluffy layers and a golden top that will impress every guest.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
2. Bake or boil the potatoes until tender, then peel and place them in a large bowl while still warm.
3. Mash the potatoes using a masher or ricer, then mix in softened butter until melted.
4. Stir in cream cheese and sour cream, then gradually add warm milk until the mixture reaches a creamy consistency.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic, fold in chives, and transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish, smoothing the top.
6. Dot with butter, sprinkle with cheddar cheese and paprika, and bake for 25–30 minutes until the top is golden and edges are bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: side dish
- Method: baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 50
Keywords: mashed potatoes, potato casserole, thanksgiving side dish, holiday casserole, creamy potatoes, baked potatoes, comfort food