Description
This recipe for Melt in Your Mouth Potatoes delivers creamy, buttery mashed potatoes baked to perfection with optional cheddar cheese and fresh parsley garnish. The potatoes are boiled until tender, mashed with sour cream and seasonings for maximum flavor and creaminess, then baked until golden and bubbly for a comforting side dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Boil Potatoes: Place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well to remove excess moisture.
- Mash Potatoes: Transfer the drained potatoes to a large bowl and mash them with a potato masher until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add Mix-ins: Stir in the melted butter, sour cream, whole milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the potatoes are well combined and silky smooth.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spoon the mashed potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly and smoothing the top with a spatula for a nice finish.
- Add Cheese: If using, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the mashed potatoes to create a deliciously cheesy crust when baked.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is slightly golden and the cheese (if added) has melted and is bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the baked potatoes from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately to enjoy the creamy, flavorful potatoes at their best.
Notes
- Use russet potatoes as they yield the best fluffy and creamy texture for mashed potatoes.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper, based on your preferences.
- For extra creaminess, you can substitute whole milk with heavy cream or add more sour cream.
- Cheddar cheese topping is optional but adds a wonderful rich flavor and golden crust.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
