Dressed Up Cheesy Smashed Potatoes - Dee Dee's

By Diane Hopson Smith
@DeeDee2011

Mashed potatoes are a staple in our household. Dressing them up for the holidays just seems right.

Eye appealing and tasty!

Inspired from recipe in 1999 Southern Living Cookbook.

Hope you enjoy!

Rating:

★★★★★ 2 votes

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Serves:

6 to 8

Prep:

10 Min

Cook:

30 Min

Method:

Bake

Ingredients

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4 to 6: potatoes, peeled and sliced
: salt and pepper to taste
2 large: eggs, lightly beaten
1 3-oz pkg: cream cheese, softened
1 small: onion, chopped fine
1 2-oz jar(s): pimientos, drained
1 c: sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
: snipped green onion tops, optional for garnish

How to Make Dressed Up Cheesy Smashed Potatoes - Dee Dee's

Step-by-Step

1Using your favorite mashed potatoe recipe, prepare potatoes.

NOTE: you can use store bought mashed potatoes. Prepare according to directions.
2Stir in eggs, cream cheese, onions and pimientos; mixing well; salt and pepper to taste. Pour into a greased casserole dish; cover.
3Bake at 350 degrees covered for 30 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle cheese on top and bake an addtional 10 minutes.
4Garnish with snipped green onions or fresh parsley if desired.