potatoes vesuvius

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32 Pinches
West Valley City, UT
Updated on May 18, 2013

Used to make this on occasion when the boys were little and asked for "Volcano Potatoes" - the original recipe came "Mary Masters - My Great Recipes", which periodically sent out a group of new recipes by mail.

prep time 25 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake
yield 6-8 . depending on portion size

Ingredients

  • 4-5 medium potatoes, pared and chunked
  • - salt water to cover potatoes
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 - eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

How To Make potatoes vesuvius

  • Step 1
    Place potatoes in salt water and bring to boil. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Drain and mash potatoes with butter, eggs, salt, and pepper.
  • Step 3
    Spread mashed potatoes in a 2-quart casserole dish and make a deep well in the center of potatoes.
  • Step 4
    Place cheese into the well, pressing down firmly.
  • Step 5
    Bake at 375 for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese has melted and potatoes are heated through.

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Category: Potatoes
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Potatoes

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