Light, fluffy, creamy, and a little cheesy, whipped potatoes are made for holiday dinners.

But these are no ordinary whipped mashed potatoesthe addition ofBriecheese adds an earthy, nutty undertone.

)unsalted butter, cut into pieces, divided

1(8 oz.

Southern Living Whipped Potatoes in the bowl ready to serve

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Bring to a boil over high.

Boil until potatoes are tender, 12 to 15 minutes.

Remove from heat, and add 4 tablespoons of the butter; set aside.

Southern Living Whipped Potatoes ingredients

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Add warmed half-and-half mixture and cubed Brie to potatoes.

Spoon potatoes into a large serving bowl.

Top with remaining 2 tablespoons butter; garnish with chives and a sprinkle of nutmeg, if desired.

Southern Living Whipped Potatoes draining the potatoes after cooking them

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Southern Living Whipped Potatoes heating the half and half and butter mixture

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Southern Living Whipped Potatoes adding the potatoes back to the pan

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Southern Living Whipped Potatoes adding the half and half mixture and brie to the potatoes

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Southern Living Whipped Potatoes whipping the potatoes until smooth

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