What a time I picked to go to lunch.
Potato talk.
OBVIOUSLY, mashed rules. Especially garlic cheddar mashed potatoes. I feel a recipe coming on...
Recipe courtesy of Christine Chamberlain, Executive Chef Presidents Choice
White Cheddar Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Yield:8
Ingredients:
12 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut in chunks
1 head garlic, cloves, peeled, left whole
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup low-fat sour cream
1/2 cup 35% cream
3/4 cup plus 2 tbsp. white cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced cooked bacon
1/4 cup chopped green onion
salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
Place the potatoes and garlic cloves in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are fork tender. Drain the potatoes.
Mash both the potatoes and garlic together. While still warm mix in butter, sour cream, 35% cream, cheese, bacon and green onions. Season with salt and pepper.
This dish can be prepared in advance. Spread potatoes into a baking dish and refrigerate until needed. Cover and reheat in a 325 degree F. oven for 20 to 25 minutes.