What can I do to mashed potatoes to make them unique and delicious!

Adding Boursin cream cheese to mashed potatoes makes them unique and delicious! The mellow herb and garlic flavor is our favorite!

What are Boursin mashed potatoes?

Boursin mashed potatoes are similar to traditional mashed potatoes, with the addition of flavored Boursin cream cheese during the mashing stage.

How long do you boil potatoes for mashed potatoes?

If you cut potatoes into two inch chunks, boiling should take 10-15 minutes. Test with a fork until they are fork-tender and be careful not to overcook.

Can I leave the skins on potates for Boursin cheese mashed potatoes?

Yes. You could use red-skinned mashed potatoes and boil them with the skins. Be sure to clean by running them under cold water and scrubbing off any dirt before adding them to the boiling water.

Boursin Mashed Potatoes | She's Not Cookin'

Name: Boursin Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs Russet Potatoes (see notes below for other options); 1 5oz/150g package Garlic and Fine Herb Boursin Cheese, cut into cubes.; 1/2 cup milk (or half-and-half cream); 3 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon salt; Black pepper to taste; Fresh chives for garnish (& fresh herbs if desired)

Description

This Boursin Mashed Potatoes Recipe is really creamy and so delicious. It’s an easy recipe that has only five simple ingredients and can be ready in less than 30 minutes! It’s the perfect make-ahead side dish for a lovely family dinner.

Ingredients

2 lbs Russet Potatoes (see notes below for other options)

1 5oz/150g package Garlic and Fine Herb Boursin Cheese, cut into cubes.

1/2 cup milk (or half-and-half cream)

3 tablespoons butter

1 teaspoon salt

Black pepper to taste

Fresh chives for garnish (& fresh herbs if desired)

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Instructions

Peel potatoes and cut into 2-inch pieces. Place in large pot, filled with water. Bring to a full boil, then reduce temperature and cook for 10-15 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender. Be careful not to overcook! Drain potatoes.
Add milk (or cream if using) to the hot pot and stir to warm it up a little. Warm milk wills prevent the potatoes from cooling off.
Return potatoes to pot and add in cubed Boursin cheese, butter, salt and pepper. Mash with potato masher until smooth and creamy. Taste seasoning and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with fresh (or dried) chives and optional fresh herbs.

Notes

Storage: Cover and refrigerate for up to four days. Reheat in microwave.

Substitute: You can use your favorite type of potatoes other than Russets. Yukon gold potatoes, red potatoes, new potatoes fresh from the garden.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Side dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 generous helping
Calories: 289
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 799.3 mg
Fat: 9.6 g
Saturated Fat: 5.7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 46.5 g
Fiber: 3.9 g
Protein: 6.8 g
Cholesterol: 24.6 mg