Sour Cream & Chives Mashed Potatoes

Name: Sour Cream & Chives Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 12 servings (3/4 cup each).
Cuisine: Comfort Food Recipes, Comfort Food Side Dishes
Ingredients: 5 pounds red potatoes (about 20 medium), peeled and quartered; 1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese; 1 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

This recipe is a family favorite that always stirs up good memories and moments. It's requested for Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthday parties, potlucks and other gatherings. It's simple to make and delicious to eat. If I make it early in the day I finish this dish for about 20 minutes in the oven, but you can use the stovetop to free up oven space for the turkey. —Linda Williams, Florence, Alabama

Ingredients

5 pounds red potatoes (about 20 medium), peeled and quartered
1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 25-30 minutes. Drain.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until blended. Add potatoes; beat until light and fluffy. Beat in butter, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand, covered, until cheese is melted.