mashed potato casserole

8 large Yukon gold potatoes (4 lbs), peeled & cut into chunks

8 oz cream cheese, at room temp, cut into pieces

2 Tbsp butter, plus extra to butter baking dish

1 1/3 cups milk

1 Tbsp salt

pepper

4 oz sharp cheddar, shredded

2 Tbsp chopped chives

*Preheat oven to 350.  Place potatoes in large pot with water to cover.  Cook over medium heat until tender, about 15 minutes.  Drain and mash.

*Stir in cream cheese, butter, milk, salt, & pepper.  Fold in cheddar cheese, reserving 1/4 cup.  Fold in chives.

*Butter 2-quart casserole and fill with potato mixture.  Top with remaining cheese. 

*Bake 20-25 minutes, or until hot and cheese is melted.

*Makes 10-12 servings

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from Amber's kitchen

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