Southwestern Smokey Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Creamy, smoky, and spicy Southwestern mashed potatoes! This recipe elevates the classic side dish with a blend of chipotle peppers, gouda cheese, and garlic. Perfect for pairing with roasted meats and sweet vegetables like corn or carrots. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 144.2 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Southwestern Smokey Mashed Potatoes

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How to Make Southwestern Smokey Mashed Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel and cube 2 lbs russet potatoes. Place in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender but not falling apart, about 20-25 minutes.
  3. Drain the potatoes thoroughly.
  4. Return potatoes to the pot. Add 1/2 cup butter and 1/2 cup milk. Mash until smooth using a hand mixer or potato masher.
  5. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with 1 cup shredded gouda cheese, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped, adjust to your spice preference). Mix well.
  7. Pour the potato mixture into a greased 4-quart casserole dish.
  8. Bake, covered, for 45-55 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  9. Uncover and bake for the last 15 minutes to brown the top.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

21g

Carbs

5g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Southwestern Smokey Mashed Potatoes?

Southwestern Smokey Mashed Potatoes takes about 125 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 105 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Southwestern Smokey Mashed Potatoes?

Southwestern Smokey Mashed Potatoes has approximately 144.2 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Southwestern Smokey Mashed Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Southwestern Smokey Mashed Potatoes are Potatoes, Butter, Milk, Smoked Gouda Cheese, Garlic Cloves, Chipotle Chiles In Adobo. See the full list with measurements above.

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