This Savory Cottage Cheese Mashed Potato Bake is a delightful holiday side dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes with protein-rich cottage cheese for a comforting twist. The addition of garlic herb flavor enhances the dish, making it a perfect choice for cozy dinner recipes.
Topped with a golden crispy topping, this baked comfort food is sure to impress your guests and elevate your festive meal.
Creamy Cottage Cheese Mashed Potato Bake
This dish features fluffy mashed potatoes mixed with cottage cheese, baked to perfection, and topped with a crispy layer. It takes about 60 minutes from start to finish and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs for topping
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: In a large pot, cover the cubed potatoes with water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- Mash the Potatoes: In a large bowl, mash the cooked potatoes until smooth. Stir in cottage cheese, sour cream, milk, melted butter, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mashed potato mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, followed by breadcrumbs for a crispy finish.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
