Best 8 Vermont Cheddar Mashed Potatoes Recipes

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**Vermont Cheddar Mashed Potatoes: A Creamy, Cheesy Delight**

Savor the irresistible comfort and richness of Vermont Cheddar Mashed Potatoes, a culinary masterpiece that elevates the humble spud to new heights. These potatoes, lovingly mashed until smooth and velvety, are transformed into a culinary delight with the addition of sharp cheddar cheese, infusing every bite with a burst of cheesy goodness. Whether you're craving a hearty side dish for your weeknight dinners or a festive addition to your holiday table, these mashed potatoes are sure to steal the show. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of takes on this classic dish, ensuring you'll find the perfect match for your taste and occasion. From traditional preparations to modern twists, these recipes cater to every palate. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SERIOUSLY AMAZING CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES



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These are some seriously AMAZING cheddar mashed potatoes! Loaded with garlic, tangy sour cream, fresh chopped chives, and tons of shredded cheddar cheese. The perfect side for Thanksgiving or any night of the week!

Provided by Marzia

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs. red, Yukon Golds, or Russet potatoes, peeled, cubed into 2-inch pieces
1-4 whole cloves of garlic, peeled
salt and pepper, to taste
4 tablespoons butter, cubed
½ cup sour cream
1 ½ cups cheddar cheese (mild, sharp, white, etc.)
½ - 1 cup half and half or milk, room temperature
3 tablespoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • BOIL: Place the peeled potatoes in a large dutch oven. Add cold water to the pot so that the water rises about 2 inches above the potatoes. Add a tablespoon of salt along with the peeled garlic cloves. Turn the heat on to the highest setting and allow the potatoes to reach a boil. Then, turn it down so that it simmers but doesn't boil over. Cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until a fork pierces through the potatoes very easily.
  • MASH OR RICE: Drain the potatoes and garlic cloves, but don't rinse them! Using a ricer, rice the potatoes/garlic cloves into the dutch oven. If you don't have a ricer, add them back to the same dutch oven and use a masher to mash the potatoes. Add the cubed butter and stir to combine. Let the butter melt into the potatoes. Then add sour cream, cheddar cheese, and combine using a rubber spatula.
  • MASHED POTATOES: Add 1/3 cup of half and half and stir to combine. Continue adding a few tablespoons of half and half until the potatoes reach your desired consistency. I needed the full 2/3 cup. If at any point the cheese isn't melting into the potatoes, you can kick the stove onto the lowest heat setting, this will help heat the pan just enough so everything combines. Taste and adjust with salt and white pepper as desired. Remove to a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped chives!

WHITE CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 1/2 pounds red potatoes, washed well and quartered
Kosher salt
1 stick butter, cut into pieces
3 shallots, minced
1 cup whole milk
Freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded extra-sharp white Cheddar (7 ounces)

Steps:

  • Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a large pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain well in a colander.
  • Add the butter, shallot and milk to the same pot the potatoes were cooked in and heat until the butter is melted and hot; season well with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat.
  • Add the potatoes to the hot milk and butter mixture. Add the sour cream. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until semi-smooth. Add the cheese and stir until the cheese is incorporated. Adjust the seasoning as necessary.

CHEDDAR-DILL MASHED POTATOES



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Banish boring spuds by stirring in Cheddar and fresh dill.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds Idaho or Yukon gold potatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup whole milk
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup grated Cheddar
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a medium pot, cover with cold water and add 2 tablespoons salt. Bring to a low simmer and cook the potatoes, uncovered, until tender, about 45 minutes. Drain.
  • Peel the potatoes and return them to the pot (for smoother mashed potatoes, pass them through a ricer or food mill after peeling). Mash the potatoes with the milk and butter using a fork or potato masher. Stir in the Cheddar, dill, 2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper.

CHEDDAR CHEESE MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 medium to large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
3 bay leaves
1 cup butter (or two 4-ounce sticks), cut into chunks
8 ounces shredded Cheddar
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Boil the potatoes with the bay leaves until the potatoes are tender. Drain the potatoes well and discard the bay leaves. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes by hand, then stir in chunks of butter and shredded Cheddar. Cover and set aside to let cheese melt. Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and white pepper, then beat until creamy using an electric beater. Transfer to serving dish and garnish with chopped chives.

CHEDDAR CHEESE MASHED POTATOES



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A sweet potato added to the usual Yukon golds gives these cheesy potatoes a slightly sweet flavor and nice rich color. No one will believe they're lighter. -Connie Boll, Chilton, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

3-3/4 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
6 garlic cloves, halved
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain., In a large bowl, mash potatoes. Stir in the sour cream, thyme, salt, pepper and 1 cup cheese. Transfer to a 3-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEDDAR AND CHIVE MASHED POTATOES



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My husband swears my cheddar mashed potatoes are the world's best. We always have some in the freezer. Sometimes I dollop individual servings in muffin cups and reheat them that way instead. -Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h45m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 10 cups)
1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
TOPPINGS:
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (6 ounces) french-fried onions

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain; transfer to a large bowl. , Add butter, sour cream, salt and pepper; beat until blended. Beat in whipping cream. Stir in cheeses and chives. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., To serve, preheat oven to 350°. Remove potatoes from refrigerator while oven heats., Bake, covered, 45 minutes, stirring after 30 minutes. Sprinkle with toppings; bake, uncovered, until heated through, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 32g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 693mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

MASHED POTATOES WITH CHEDDAR



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Who doesn't love fluffy, homemade mashed potatoes? Make them even better with sharp cheddar cheese. To get them really creamy, my mother's secret was to add whipping cream instead of half-and-half. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 6 cups)
1 to 1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat cream, butter and salt until butter is melted, stirring occasionally., Drain potatoes; return to pot. Mash potatoes, gradually adding cream mixture. Stir in cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 21g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CINNAMON ROASTED POTATOES



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A cinnamon stick broken into pieces gives these potatoes a bit of Middle Eastern flavor. Roasting them first at 325 degrees, and then turning the heat up to 450, gives them a perfect crispness.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, weekday, side dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
6 unpeeled garlic cloves
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees. Put all the ingredients in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet and stir until combined.
  • Transfer to the oven and roast, stirring once or twice, until potatoes are tender, about an hour and 15 minutes. Then raise the oven temperature to 450 degrees and cook until potatoes are crusty, brown and tender, about 15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 230, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 432 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes: Yukon Gold, Russet, and Red potatoes all have different textures and flavors that can add depth to your mashed potatoes.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes: Overcooked potatoes will be mushy and watery. Cook them until they are just tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Drain the potatoes thoroughly: Any excess water will make your mashed potatoes watery. Drain the potatoes well before mashing them.
  • Use a potato ricer or food mill: This will give you the smoothest, creamiest mashed potatoes. If you don't have a potato ricer or food mill, you can mash the potatoes with a potato masher or a fork.
  • Add milk, butter, and cheese gradually: This will help you control the consistency of your mashed potatoes. Start with a small amount of each ingredient and add more until you reach the desired consistency.
  • Season the mashed potatoes to taste: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all classic seasonings for mashed potatoes. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste, such as rosemary, thyme, or nutmeg.

Conclusion:

These Vermont cheddar mashed potatoes are the perfect comfort food for any occasion. They are creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. With a few simple tips, you can make the best mashed potatoes you've ever had. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy side dish, give these Vermont cheddar mashed potatoes a try.

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