Ingredients

  • 8 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 (3 1/2 ounce) packages boursin cheese (or other garlic-herb cream cheese)
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh chives
  • salt
  • fresh ground black pepper

Method

  • Boil the potatoes and garlic in salted water to cover until tender; drain.
  • Preheat the oven to 350° degrees; rub a 13 x 9 inch baking dish with 2 tablespoons butter.
  • Sprinkle the parmesan cheese into the dish and tip the dish so the cheese is evenly distributed and adheres to the butter.
  • Put the potatoes and garlic into a large bowl, add the sour cream, Boursin, 2 tablespoons of the remaining butter, and the chives.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat the potatoes until smooth.
  • Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Transfer to the prepared dish and dot with the remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
  • **At this point, you can cover and refrigerate for 2-3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
  • Bring to room temperature before continuing.
  • Bake the potatoes until golden, about 25 minutes; serve hot.