How to Make Mashed Potato Casserole with Mozzarella - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, few dishes are as satisfying as mashed potatoes. Creamy, buttery, and rich, mashed potatoes are a staple side dish that never fails to please. But if you're looking to elevate this humble dish to a whole new level, then this Mashed Potato Casserole with Mozzarella is just what you need.

This casserole takes the classic mashed potatoes and adds a layer of gooey, melted mozzarella cheese to the mix, creating a dish that is both comforting and indulgent. Wh...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 cup milk
  • salt to taste
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ½ bunch chopped fresh chives
  • 2 pinches ground nutmeg
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 (8 ounce) ball mozzarella cheese, sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain. Cool until easily handled. Peel potatoes and mash in a bowl.
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Grease a baking dish generously with 1 tablespoon butter.
  • Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat, add remaining 1 tablespoon butter, and melt. Season with salt and mix into mashed potatoes. Whisk in egg yolks, chives, nutmeg, and pepper briefly. Spoon mashed potatoes into the prepared baking dish and cover with mozzarella slices.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    434 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 159mg
    • Sodium: 434mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 53mg
    • Calcium: 569mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 1152mg