Miss Polly's Perfect Potatoes is a recipe that was entered in the fair for the cheese category and took 2nd place in 2005, it was made by a friend of our family, Gaybrielle R. I think the secret ingredient of these potatoes is the french onion chip dip. The dip makes these potatoes really flavorful. And a nice thing about these potatoes is you do not have to peel them, I love that part! These potatoes have become a favorite for our family.
I hope everyone has a Very Merry Christmas!!!
Miss Polly's Perfect Potatoes
source: Gaybrielle R
5 lbs red skin potatoes (I used white skin potatoes)
1/2 C butter, no substitutes
1 (12oz) container French onion chip dip
1 (8oz) cream cheese
1 t salt
1 T pepper (optional)
1 (12oz) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
6 oz french fried onions
Place potatoes in a large stock pot, add water to cover. Bring to a boil; cook until tender; drain. Mash potatoes with butter, dip, cream cheese, salt and pepper. Spoon potatoes into buttered 9 x 13 baking dish. Top with shredded cheese. Bake at 400 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Sprinkle onions over top and bake for 1-2 additional minutes. Serves 6-8
