Ingredients:
12 medium russet potatoes, cooked and mashed
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup half-and-half cream ( or use milk)
1/2 cup soft butter
2 eggs, well beaten
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper ( optional or to taste)
Directions:
Set oven to 350 F.
Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
To mashed potatoes, add 2 cups cheese, cream or milk, butter, eggs, salt; mix well to combine.
Cook, stir over very low heat until butter and cheese are melted.
Spread into prepared baking dish.
At this point you may cool completely and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Bake uncovered for 25 minutes or until heated through.
Sprinkle with remaining cheese bake 5 minutes longer.
Servings: 10
Time preparation: 20 min.
Time total: 45 min.