FDP Cookbook : Side Dishes : Cream Cheese Ranch - Smashed Potatoes
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Ingredients

This is an absolutely divine spin on standard mashed potatoes. Makes a great addition to any type of meat main dish, and works well for leftovers." Original recipe yield: 8 servings.

8 baking potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (1 ounce) package dry Ranch-style dressing mix
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup butter, softened

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain and mash.

In a large bowl beat the cream cheese and dressing mix until smooth. Stir in mashed potatoes, sour cream and butter; beat until desired consistency is reached.