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Gruyere Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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Creamy and indulgent Gruyere Mashed Potatoes made with buttery Russet potatoes, rich heavy cream, and melted Gruyere cheese. This comforting side dish offers a delightful cheesy twist on classic mashed potatoes, perfect for family meals and holiday dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

Potatoes

  • 3 pounds Russet potatoes (6–7 medium potatoes)

Dairy and Cheese

  • 5 ounces freshly shredded Gruyere cheese (divided)
  • 1/2 cup salted butter (room temperature, 4 ounces)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (room temperature, 4 ounces)

Seasoning

  • 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (8 grams)
  • Extra butter and salt for topping (optional)
  • Chives for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Potatoes: Wash, peel, and cut the Russet potatoes into large cubes to ensure even cooking and quick boiling.
  2. Boil Potatoes: Place the potato cubes in a large pot and fill with cold water until the potatoes are just covered. Set the pot on the stovetop over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook Until Tender: Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender, indicating they are fully cooked.
  4. Drain and Mash: Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot. Add 4 ounces of shredded Gruyere cheese, salted butter, heavy cream, and salt. Mash the mixture using a potato masher until blended and mashed to your desired consistency.
  5. Fold and Smooth: Gently fold the mashed potatoes with a rubber spatula until creamy and smooth, taking care not to overmix to preserve fluffiness.
  6. Finish and Serve: Top the mashed potatoes with extra butter, salt, chopped chives, and the remaining 1 ounce of Gruyere cheese for garnish and extra flavor before serving.

Notes

  • Use Russet potatoes for the best texture and creaminess.
  • Allow butter and cream to come to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.
  • Be gentle when folding to keep the mashed potatoes fluffy.
  • Gruyere cheese can be substituted with other melting cheeses like cheddar or Emmental if needed.
  • Optional toppings such as extra butter, salt, and chives add great flavor and presentation appeal.

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