Baked Mashed Potatoes with Cheddar
How to make Mashed Potatoes with Cheddar in the Oven?
Ingredients
- 6 medium sized potatoes
- 4 heaping tablespoons butter at room temperature
- 3/4 tea glass of warm milk
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg (optional)
- 200 grams grated cheddar cheese
- Bake in the oven preheated to 180 degrees until golden brown.
Instructions
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Although it seems very easy to make, mashed potatoes are one of those recipes where it is difficult to get the taste right. Everyone makes mashed potatoes, but not everyone can make mashed potatoes with perfect taste. The most important trick to making mashed potatoes is not to hesitate to use butter. The most important mistake made is that the ingredients added to give flavor, such as milk and cream, are used cold.
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When choosing mashed potatoes, start by making sure to make very fresh, delicious potatoes. Then cook them to full consistency and start making puree. Do not be afraid when adding butter, add warm and little liquid. Then put it in the oven and witness the cooking of the most delicious mashed potatoes you've ever tasted.
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Peel the potatoes and cut them into equal sized pieces.
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Transfer it into a medium-sized pot. Add a few glasses of water and salt and cook until it softens.
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Then drain the excess water and transfer it into a bowl. While it is still hot, add butter and crush it lightly with the help of a masher or a hand blender.
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After mashing it lightly, add warm milk little by little and continue mashing. Continue this process until it has a soft, smooth consistency.
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Then add salt and spices and mix well.
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Transfer the puree to a greased ceramic baking mold or glass baking dish. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
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Bake in the oven preheated to 180 degrees until golden brown.
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Then, take it out and let it rest at room temperature for a while, then slice it and serve.
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