Duchess Potatoes Au Gratin - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 2 inch pieces (about 4 medium potatoes)
water
2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons butter
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
cooking spray (optional)

Preparation

Cook potatoes in water in a large sauce pan until tender.
Drain and mash.
Mix remaining ingredients, (except cooking spray) in a large bowl.
Add to potatoes.
Whip smooth with a hand mixer.
Pipe onto a greased baking sheet using a large star tip in a pastry bag into 12 swirls, or spoon about 1/3 of a cup into mounds.
Spray with cooking spray for a crispier crust if desired.
Bake in 425\u00b0 F oven for about 20 minutes until tips are golden brown.