traditional mashed potatoes meet me

As I have said many, many times before I am a HUGE mashed potato fan.  I love the rich, creamy side dish & how they pair perfect with pretty much anything you put with them…I think they really could be the perfect side.

Now my go to mashed potato recipe is a favorite (you can find the recipe here) and one that was passed down from my MeeMaw making it even that more special but every once in a while I just have to change things up and this time it was my beloved mashed potatoes.  To make this already amazing side even more rich and more creamy I added in cream cheese.  Cream cheese?… you ask… now in the beginning I was a little hesitant too as I didn’t want the mashed potatoes to end of gummy or too heavy but to my delight they were light, airy and AMAZING!!

So as a little experiment I didn’t tell The Hubby that I changed up his favorite side dish (yes we both LOVE mashed potatoes) just to see if he would notice.  He took a couple of bites and then I asked how everything was and he said “really good” and then asked what was different.  I smiled and then I told him I changed up the mashed potatoes a bit…he took a couple more bites and said he loved them.  They were super creamy and different from my normal version, but really, really good.  Well after The Hubby’s glowing review I knew they were a win win….they are actually so good I am going to make them for Thanksgiving instead of my traditional version.  We will see if anyone notices. 😉

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Even if you have been making mashed potatoes the same way for years and years trust me this updated recipe will be a new favorite for sure.  

Make everyday sparkle – MJ

PS…Stay tuned for many more great sides for your Thanksgiving dinner