Ingredients
Directions 9 steps | 35 Minutes
In a large saucepan or stockpot, bring the water to a boil.
![Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Recipe: In a large saucepan or stockpot, bring the water to a boil.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1636735984/recipes/DSCF1292_618e9bef966c9.jpg)
While the water comes to a boil, peel the potatoes and rinse off any dirt.
![Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Recipe: While the water comes to a boil, peel the potatoes and rinse off any dirt.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1636736017/recipes/DSCF1283_618e9c1044142.jpg)
Slice them in half lengthwise and then cut the halves into three to four pieces.
![Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Recipe: Slice them in half lengthwise and then cut the halves into three to four pieces.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1636736034/recipes/DSCF1285_618e9c21aceec.jpg)
Add the salt and potatoes to the boiling water.
![Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Recipe:
Add the salt and potatoes to the boiling water.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1636736124/recipes/DSCF1294_618e9c7b9c215.jpg)
Cook until the potato pieces fall apart when you stab them with a fork, 16-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes.
![Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Recipe:
Cook until the potato pieces fall apart when you stab them with a fork, 16-20 minutes.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1636736150/recipes/DSCF1301_618e9c95712e3.jpg)
Put the potatoes back in the pot. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring and mashing with a wooden spoon for 2 minutes.
![Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Recipe:
Put the potatoes back in the pot.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1636736197/recipes/DSCF1305_618e9cc4c8fd8.jpg)
Turn off the heat and stir in the butter.
![Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Recipe:
Turn off the heat and stir in the butter.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1636736264/recipes/DSCF1307_618e9d078feff.jpg)
Mash the potatoes to your desired texture with a potato masher.
![Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Recipe: Mash the potatoes to your desired texture with a potato masher.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1636736264/recipes/DSCF1309_618e9d073715b.jpg)
Stir in the cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
![Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Recipe: Stir in the cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1636736308/recipes/DSCF1320_618e9d33a35e8.jpg)
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