Smashed Cheddar Potatoes

If you prefer smoother mashed potatoes, just peel the potatoes before cooking them. From Woman's World, April 24 2007.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  lbs  medium  red potatoes, quartered
• 2⁄3 cup milk
• 3  tablespoons butter
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄2 cup  shredded cheddar cheese (about 2 oz)
• 1  teaspoon  chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

1. In large pot, combine potatoes with enough salted water to cover. Bring to boil. Cook until tender, about 20 minutes; drain.
2. In same pot, heat milk, butter, salt and pepper over low heat until hot and butter is melted. Add potatoes; mash until mixture reaches desired consistency.
3. Set aside 2 Tbsp cheese. Stir remaining cheese into potato mixture. Transfer to serving bowl; sprinkle with remaining cheese and, if desired, parsley.