Smoked Cheesy Potatoes
Smoked cheesy potatoes combine creamy cheese, tender potatoes, and smoky flavor for the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for BBQs, family dinners, or as a side dish.
Equipment
- Smoker or Grill
- Muffin Tin or Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- ¼ cup Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 tbsp Smoked paprika
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- for garnish Chopped green onions
- optional Bacon bits
- optional Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
- optional Sour cream for serving
Instructions
- Peel and cube the russet potatoes, then boil them in salted water for 10-12 minutes until just tender.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool for a few minutes.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Stir in smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Place the cooked potatoes in a mixing bowl and drizzle the cheese sauce over the potatoes. Stir to coat evenly.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish or an aluminum foil pan. Preheat your smoker or grill to 225-250°F (107-121°C).
- Place the dish in the smoker and smoke for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the smoker and let it cool slightly. Garnish with green onions, bacon bits, or fresh herbs. Serve with a drizzle of sour cream if desired.
Notes
For a milder smoke flavor, use applewood chips. For a more intense flavor, try hickory or mesquite wood chips.