Amazing Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

These potatoes are great with Ritz Chicken!  Recently, Owen and Levi approved and enjoyed it!  

2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, skins left on, cut into    2" cubes.

4 tablespoons salted butter, cubed

1/2 cup sour cream

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (I love Tillamook brand).

1/2 - 1 cup half and half

Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions:

Boil the potatoes covered in water until done, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain the potatoes. 

Mash the potatoes and butter until creamy. Add sour cream and cheddar cheese.  Add 1/3 cup half and half and mix well.  Continue adding half and half by tablespoons, if needed to get the perfect creamy, not thin, consistency.  Add salt and pepper to taste.

Spray a 9 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking oil and place mashed potatoes in the dish.  

Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until heated through and the cheese is thoroughly melted.  Check frequently by tasking the middle for doneness.

*Add minced garlic to potatoes, if desired.