Description
Comforting mashed potato cups filled with cheese and flavors that warm the heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup cream or milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or chives, chopped
- Optional: bacon bits, sautéed mushrooms, or caramelized onions
Instructions
- Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks. Place them in a pot of water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender but not mushy.
- While the potatoes cook, melt the butter in a skillet and sauté the minced garlic for about a minute until fragrant.
- Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash until smooth, then stir in the sautéed garlic, cream, and cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a muffin tin and begin spooning or piping the mashed potatoes into each cup, filling generously.
- Create a well in the center of each cup for extra cheese, bacon, or herbs if desired.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the potatoes for a fluffy texture. Use a potato ricer for smooth consistency if you can.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, comfort food, appetizers, family recipes, party food