Russian Potatoes

Name: Russian Potatoes
Ingredients: 2 (22-ounce) packages frozen mashed potatoes; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 4 tablespoons butter; 3 large garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups sour cream; 3 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces; 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (optional)

7 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

2 (22-ounce) packages frozen mashed potatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 tablespoons butter
3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 cups sour cream
3 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions

1

Cook potatoes according to package directions, omitting salt. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons salt.
2

Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a small skillet over high heat; add garlic, and saute 2 minutes. Stir garlic and sour cream into mashed potatoes.
3

Transfer potato mixture to a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Dot with 3 tablespoons butter. (Cool completely, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours, if desired.)
4

Bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Top evenly with cheese, if desired, and bake 5 more minutes or until melted.