Description
Sour Cream and Onion Party Potatoes are a creamy, flavorful side dish perfect for holiday gatherings or any party. Made with tender russet potatoes, rich sour cream, and a zesty dry onion soup mix, this ultimate comfort food combines cheddar cheese and green onions for extra richness and a burst of freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
Dairy & Cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings
- 1 packet (1 ounce) dry onion soup mix
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Place the diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the potatoes are fork tender.
- Drain and Mash: Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the warm pot. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
- Mix Ingredients: Stir in the sour cream, milk, dry onion soup mix, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Add Cheese: Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and incorporated into the potatoes.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, add an additional 1/4 cup sour cream.
- These potatoes can be made ahead and kept warm in a slow cooker on low heat for up to 2 hours.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated gently with a splash of milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
