Cheesy Jalapeño Mashed Potatoes are similar to the Papas con Chile at Abuelo’s. You won’t need gravy because of the flavor in the cheese and jalapeños.
Health issues in the family have a way of rearranging priorities. Do you know what I mean?
Things like powdered sugar donuts, salad in a jar, and homemade Greek yogurt seem pretty insignificant by comparison. After a bad fall with serious repercussions, my father is at the top of the list this week.
Nevertheless, life goes on and we still have to eat. Mashed potatoes, please.
This recipe is inspired by the Papas con Chile at Abuelo’s, an upscale Mexican restaurant where they often serve them with Espinaca.
I make no claims that this is the recipe. Pretty sure it isn’t. No matter. We still like them a lot.
Although these definitely aren’t low-calorie, they don’t need gravy. The cheese and spicy jalapeños take care of that.
(Note to Staci: These potatoes reheat beautifully making them perfect for a potluck or for
How to Assemble Cheesy Jalapeño Mashed Potatoes:
It’s easy…
If you make this and enjoy the recipe, it would help me and others if you would return to this post and leave a rating (on the recipe card itself underneath the picture). Although always appreciated, no comment is required. Thanks so much! Paula
Cheesy Jalapeño Mashed Potatoes (No Gravy Needed)
Cheesy Jalapeno Mashed Potatoes (No Gravy Needed) are similar to the Papas con Chile at Abuelo's. They can be made a day ahead of time.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds red potatoes, scrubbed and quartered
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 green onions, white parts finely chopped, green parts sliced thin
- 1/4 cup red bell peppers, chopped
- 1/4 cup green bell peppers, chopped
- 1/4 cup green chilies, chopped
- 2 tablespoons pickled jalapenos, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup shredded American cheese
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Boil potatoes in large pot with enough water to cover. Reduce heat and simmer until fork tender.
- While potatoes cook, saute green onions, all peppers and garlic in butter. Add cream cheese and stir till melted. Whisk in milk till smooth. Add cheese and stir gently until melted.
- Drain potatoes and allow to set on cooling burner for about 5 minutes to dry them out a bit. Use masher to break up potatoes. Gently fold in cheese and vegetables. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 285 Total Fat: 12g Saturated Fat: 7g Trans Fat: 0g Unsaturated Fat: 4g Cholesterol: 37mg Sodium: 431mg Carbohydrates: 35g Fiber: 3g Sugar: 6g Protein: 9g
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Kayla
Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!! I was part of a cooking challenge this month for the ULTIMATE Mashed Potatoes, and I picked yours!! I believe these are the ULTIMATE!!! Come check out my post, and don’t forget to vote (click like under the picture) for what you believe is the ULTIMATE Mashed Potatoes!! 😉
Chung-Ah Rhee
My boyfriend is OBSESSED with jalapenos so I’m super excited to make these for him! Thanks for the recipe!!
Vicki V
I LOVE Abuelo’s papas con chile, and so does my whole brood! I’ll be trying this fo’ sure! P.S. Sorry to hear about your dad.
Sandy
Paula,
This look delicious! Of course everything you make looks fantastic. I am so sorry about your dad. Are prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. Love to all!
Susie
look good, but i’ll make mine minus the jalepenos. 🙂
Paula
It’s really not THAT hot. All negotiable, of course.
TheKitchenWitch
I’m so saddened by news that your dad is feeling poorly–I hadn’t heard!
These potatoes are the stuff of dreams–they’ve got everything I love in them. I must bookmark this recipe for the next time disaster strikes and I need comforting. The way things have been going, it should be in a day or two. ((you and your dad))
Paula
I’m sorry to read about your Dad’s accident. Hopefully he will have a full recovery. Such an interesting combination here in your mashed potatoes. They look great.
Nina
Paula, these look delicious–cheese and Jalapeno–what a great combo for mashed potatoes. Prayers for your Dad’s speedy recovery. xo
Der
YUM! I absolutely love potatoes in any form….cooked or raw or french fried.
So my mouth is watering immensely as I look at the pictures and read the recipe!
Betty @ scrambled hen fruit
Those potatoes are so full of flavor I’m sure they wouldn’t need gravy. 🙂 I’d have to use only 1/2 cup of cheese though, because unless I go out and buy a new pair, my pants are definitely not too loose. Prayers for your Dad’s recuperation!