We have another fantastic recipe from Mr. Justin Wilson! Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Cheese is a Southern comfort food at its easiest and most delicious. This simple casserole takes classic mashed potatoes up a notch with layers of bold flavor from garlic, onion, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Topped with a generous amount of cheddar cheese and baked until golden and bubbling, it’s the kind of side dish that steals the show.
How to Serve Justin Wilson’s Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Cheese?
This cheesy potato bake is perfect for holidays, Sunday suppers, or any time you want something hearty and crowd-pleasing on the table. Serve it alongside roasted meats, casseroles, or all by itself with a bit of gravy—it’s that good.
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Justin Wilson’s Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Cheese
Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potato Bake
Photo by Brent Hofacker via Adobe Stock
Justin Wilson makes a warm and cheesy Southern-style mashed potato casserole seasoned with garlic, onion, and cayenne. It’s baked until golden and bubbling, making it the perfect comfort food side dish.
SERVINGS: 6
PREP TIME: 10 minutes
COOK TIME: 50 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 1 hour
Ingredients
- 5 cups of peeled and cut-up Irish potatoes
- 1 Tablespoon of salt
- Onion powder, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Cayenne pepper, to taste
- 2 teaspoons of Olive Oil
- 2 cups of grated cheddar cheese
Toppings (optional):
- Green onions or chives, finely chopped
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a medium-sized pot, boil the potatoes in salted water to cover, seasoned with onion, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper, until tender. (About 20 minutes.)
- Drain and mash the potatoes. Place the potatoes in an oiled casserole dish and cover with cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
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