Horseradish Smashed Potato Bake

I'm on the prowl.

For holiday side dishes, that is.

This year, I'm disappointed to say that my big new house won't be complete for Thanksgiving.  Maybe Christmas, but who knows?  I'm so engrossed in the holiday spirit that it's just about killing me not to be able to decorate or kill a week slaving over the stove for a big family get-together.

But, I will not be defeated.  Instead, I'm getting an arsenal together the next couple months to prepare for my own holiday.  A combination of Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Year's Eve and any other event that requires family and friends to unite for a whole day.

I'm starting with this potato bake.  This painfully amazing potato bake.  With a few more than a couple of my favorite ingredients, like cheddar and horseradish.  Hot and cheesy with a very familiar heat, this dish is chunky and full of flavor.

Not to mention, the perfect potato side for my big holiday party.  Next to a big turkey, this little dish packs enough of a punch to stand on its own.

Now, onto the rest of my menu....

Any ideas??




Horseradish Smashed Potato Bake

2 lbs. new potatoes, cut in large cubes
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup cheddar cheese
1 tbsp prepared horseradish
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tbsp fresh chopped chives
Salt & Pepper to taste



Preheat oven 350F.

Boil the potato cubes in boiling water until fork tender.  Drain and transfer to a large bowl.

Combine potatoes with sour cream cheddar cheese and horseradish.  Use a masher to smash the potatoes to your desired consistency.  I leave mine pretty chunky.

Transfer to a greased casserole dish.

In a separate bowl, combine bread crumbs and chives.  Sprinkle over the top of the potato mixture.

Bake 20 minutes.




Listening to:  Miranda Lambert - Gunpowder And Lead