Cheesy Mashed Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

9 medium baking potatoes (3 lb.)
2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
1/4 c. butter
1 (8 oz.) container sour cream
1 Tbsp. chopped green onion
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
paprika

Preparation

In a Dutch oven, add water to unpeeled potatoes just to cover. Sprinkle with salt.
Bring to boiling; reduce heat.
Cover and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes or until almost tender; drain.
Cool slightly; peel and shred potatoes with a grater.
In a large mixing bowl, combine potatoes, cheese and butter; stir until butter melts completely.
Stir in sour cream, green onion, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and the pepper.
Transfer to a greased 2-quart casserole.
Bake, uncovered, in a 325\u00b0 oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until heated through.
Before serving, sprinkle with paprika.