Creamy Cottage Cheese Mashed Potatoes (With a Twist)
Fluffy, protein-packed mashed potatoes with an ultra-creamy texture and a herby, buttery finish. Great for weeknights or holiday spreads—just a little unexpected, in the best way.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
1½ cups small curd cottage cheese
6 tbsp unsalted butter
1–2 tbsp olive oil (adds richness and smooth texture)
Salt (for boiling water + to taste)
Black pepper, to taste
Optional: 3–4 tbsp warm milk (for smoother mash)
Optional: 3 cloves roasted garlic or ½ tsp garlic powder (adds flavor depth)
Optional: ¼ cup grated Parmesan or pecorino (umami twist)
Garnish: Chopped chives, parsley, or green onions
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
Drain and return potatoes to the warm pot. Let them steam dry for 2–3 minutes.
Add butter, olive oil, and cottage cheese to the potatoes. Mash using a hand masher or electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Add milk if needed to loosen the mash.
Season with salt, pepper, and optional roasted garlic or Parmesan.
Serve warm, garnished with herbs of choice.
Nutrition
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g