Baked Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Preparation: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 2-quart oven-proof casserole with cooking spray. Cook potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain. Add 2 Tablespoons butter, cream, and broth. Mash so they are not quite smooth, but not too chunky. Season with salt and pepper to taste. While potatoes are cooking, saute red bell pepper, celery, and onion in 2 tablespoons of butter until softened. Do not brown. Let cool to room temperature. When cool, mix in beaten eggs, bread bits, and Gruyere cheese. Fold egg and vegetable mixture into mashed potatoes , mixing gently until just barely combined. Pour into greased casserole dish. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and sprinkle with paprika . Bake uncovered for 45 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Yield: 10 servings