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Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Goat Cheese and Fresh Sage

Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 17 Jan 2026

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These creamy mashed potatoes with goat cheese and fresh sage offer a sophisticated twist on a classic British side dish. By swapping traditional cheddar or cream for tangy soft goat cheese, you create a velvety texture and a complex flavour profile that pairs beautifully with the aromatic notes of fresh sage. This vegetarian recipe uses Yukon Gold potatoes for their naturally buttery consistency, ensuring a rich finish without the need for excessive amounts of cream.

Ideal for a Sunday roast or a special midweek meal, this versatile dish can be prepared up to two hours in advance and gently reheated. The addition of fresh herbs provides a bright, earthy contrast to the savoury cheese, making it a wonderful accompaniment to roasted root vegetables or a hearty nut roast. It is a simple yet elegant way to upgrade your homemade mash.

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Ingredients for Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Goat Cheese and Fresh Sage

  • 900g Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

  • 140g soft fresh goat cheese

  • 60ml (or more) whole milk

  • 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter

  • 20ml chopped fresh sage

  • Fresh sage sprigs

How to make Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Goat Cheese and Fresh Sage

Cook potatoes in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 12 minutes; drain well. Return to same pan. Add cheese, 60ml milk, and butter; mash until smooth. Mix in chopped sage; season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over low heat, thinning with more milk, if too thick.) Mound potatoes in bowl. Garnish with fresh sage sprigs.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 Jan 2026 | Originally published

    Authored by:

    UK recipe editors

    Peer reviewed by

    UK recipe editors
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