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Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes

Smoked Gouda mashed potatoes combine Yukon Gold potatoes with melted smoked cheese for a creamy, savory side dish. The potatoes are simmered until fork-tender, mashed, then finished with warm butter and milk.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Resting 2 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lb Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
  • 2 tsp salt kosher, divided
  • 6 tbsp butter unsalted
  • 0.75 cup milk whole
  • 8 oz smoked Gouda rind removed and shredded
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Place the potatoes in a 5-quart pot and add cold water to cover by 1 inch; stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons of the salt.
  2. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
  3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
  5. Let the potatoes steam-dry for 1 minute, then mash until mostly smooth.
  6. Warm the butter and milk in a small saucepan over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes, until the butter melts; do not let the mixture boil.
  7. Pour the warm butter mixture into the potatoes in two additions, mashing until creamy.
  8. Fold in the Gouda, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper until the cheese melts.
  9. Let the potatoes rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Warm the butter and milk before adding them to help the potatoes turn creamy. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended because the texture may become grainy. For a dairy-free variation, use unsweetened oat milk, plant-based butter, and vegan smoked cheese.