Cotija Mashed Potatoes

• 2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered.
• 2-3 oz. butter
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 4-6 oz. Cotija cheese, grated
• Kosher salt (as needed)*
• White pepper (as needed)*

Simmer potatoes in salted water until fork tender.

Drain potatoes in colander and return to pan over medium low heat.

Add butter, cream and cheese. Combine thoroughly, first using a potato masher, then changing to a spoon or spatula as not to make it too smooth.

Season to taste with kosher salt and white pepper.

*Cotija is a very dry and crumbly Mexican cheese. It’s salty, so be careful when adding the salt.