Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Russet potatoes
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup half and half milk
• 1 ½ cup medium cheddar cheese (divided)
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• Chopped chives (to garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 baking dish and set aside.

2. 2

   Peel and chop the potatoes into chunks, then boil them in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain well.

3. 3

   Mash the potatoes until smooth.

4. 4

   Stir in butter, half-and-half, and ½ cup of cheddar cheese while the potatoes are still warm. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Transfer the mashed potatoes to the prepared baking dish.

6. 6

   Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted. Broil for an additional 4-5 minutes if desired for a golden crust.

7. 7

   Garnish with fresh chives and serve hot.