Description
Say goodbye to bland sides with this ultra-creamy, flavor-packed bowl of Quick Gouda Mashed Potatoes. This easy recipe takes your traditional mashed potatoes and elevates them with smooth, nutty gouda cheese—perfect for holiday dinners, weeknight meals, or whenever you’re craving comfort food. With simple ingredients and rich flavor, this dish is ideal for anyone searching for easy dinner ideas, cozy food inspiration, or delicious side dishes that are quick to prepare. Whether you’re looking for an easy recipe, dinner ideas, or a creamy, cheesy mash to impress guests, this one checks all the boxes.
Ingredients
2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for serving
1/2 cup whole milk (or heavy cream)
1/2 cup shredded gouda cheese (smoked if preferred)
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional garnish: chopped chives or parsley
Instructions
1. Peel and cut potatoes into even-sized chunks, then rinse under cold water.
2. Place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and salt generously.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
4. Drain the potatoes and return to the pot to dry over low heat for 1–2 minutes.
5. Mash with a potato masher or ricer to your desired consistency.
6. Warm milk and butter in a small saucepan until butter melts.
7. Stir the milk-butter mixture into the potatoes gradually.
8. Fold in shredded gouda cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve hot with a pat of butter and garnish with chives or parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, try smoked gouda instead of regular.
Always warm the milk and butter before adding to the potatoes to keep them fluffy.
Avoid overmixing to prevent a gluey texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiled & Mashed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, gouda potatoes, cheesy mash, quick side dish, easy dinner recipe, holiday sides