“Healthified” Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
(from acschaap’s recipe box)
Source: Eat Better America
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: Side Dishes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon gold or other potatoes, peeled and cut up
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- Milk (optional, to taste)
- 1/4 cup whipping cream
- 1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
- 1/3 cup shredded reduced-fat American or cheddar chese
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a covered large saucepan, cook potatoes in enough boiling water to cover for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Mash with a potato masheror beat with an electric mixer on low speed. Season with the salt and pepper. If necessary, add a small amount of milk for desired consistency.
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ease four 10 to 12 ounce individual casseroles or custard cups or a 1 to 1.5 quart casserole. Spoon potato mixture into prepared casserole(s). In a chilled medium bowl, beat whipping cream with chilled beater of an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form (tips curl); fold in sour cream and cheese. Spoon cheese mixture over potatoes. Place casserole(s) on a baking sheet. Bake about 20 minutes or until lightly browned and heated through.