Frugal Garlic Cheddar Mashed Potatoes Recipe

The other night I had plans to make some plain old mashed potatoes from scratch.  But I decided I wanted something more.  So I began to experiment with them and I ended up making a great side!!!  I am excited to share this with you and see how you like it.

8-10 small – small medium Russet Potatoes
2 1/2 cups of grated Cheddar Cheese
Olive Oil
3 T Garlic Powder
1 1/2 t Garlic Salt
1/2 cup Milk

1. Wash and boil potatoes in water
2. Drain potatoes except for about a cup of water and mash potatoes, adding olive oil slowly until they are the smooth texture you like
3. Add garlic powder and salt
4. Add Grated Cheese 1/2 a cup at a time and mash until mixed
5. Add milk and mix well

 

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