Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
4 large garlic cloves -- peeled
1 teaspoon salt -- divided
6 cups water
3/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons butter or margarine -- cut up

1. Bring potatoes, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and water to boil in medium sauce
pan. Reduce heat and cook 8 to 10 minutes until fork-tender.
2. Drain potatoes and garlic and return to pan; reduce heat to medium and add milk, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Mash with potato masher until sm
ooth. Remove from heat and stir in cheese and butter until melted. Makes 4 se
rvings.
Cheddar cheese fans will devour these creamy mashed potatoes. (Cut down on the
amount of cheese to reduce fat content.)
Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 8 to 10 minutes Degree of difficulty: easy