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a bowl of gouda and kale mashed potatoes with shredded gouda on top

Smoked Gouda and Kale Mashed Potatoes

Carolyn
These mashed potatoes with kale and smoked gouda are creamy and flavorful without being too heavy. The smoked cheese adds creaminess, while the kale adds a bit of texture and feel-good nutrients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 278 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • pounds russet potatoes about 3 to 4 large potatoes
  • 5 kale stalks about half a bunch
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups shredded smoked gouda cheese divided
  • 2 tablespoons warm whole milk

Instructions
 

  • Peel and chop the potatoes into 1 inch chunks. Set aside. Remove the leaves from the kale stalks and finely chop them into small pieces. Discard the stems.
  • Dump the potato chunks into a large pot and cover with cool water by at least an inch.
  • Bring the potatoes to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it reaches a boil, let it boil for 10 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Add the kale and boil for 2 more minutes. 
  • Drain the kale and potatoes, then transfer them to a large bowl. 
  • Add the garlic, butter, sour cream, salt, and 1 ½ cups of gouda cheese. Use a hand mixer or potato masher to mix until creamy and smooth.
  • If the potatoes are too thick, add a bit of warm whole milk and mix until creamy.
  • Serve warm with the remaining gouda cheese on top!

Nutrition

Calories: 278kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 46mgSodium: 527mgPotassium: 659mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1142IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 195mgIron: 1mg
Keyword kale and potatoes
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