Description
These cheesy red potatoes are creamy, flavorful, and loaded with sour cream, green onions, and cheddar cheese. They make an easy, crowd-pleasing side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 pounds red potatoes, washed and quartered
- 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling water)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- ¾ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried or fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil and cook 15–20 minutes, until fork tender. Drain well.
- Lightly mash the potatoes in a large bowl, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Add sour cream, 2 cups cheddar, green onions, garlic powder, parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir gently to combine.
- Spread mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Top with remaining ½ cup cheddar, drizzle with melted butter, and sprinkle with paprika and parsley.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until hot and lightly golden on top.
- Cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
- Mashed potatoes should retain some texture; do not over-mash.
- Use sharp cheddar for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American