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    Home » Breads » Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich

    Published: Mar 14, 2020 · Modified: Oct 2, 2020 by Priya * This post may contain affiliate links.

    Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich

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    3 slices of potato cheese sandwich placed one on top of the other and text at the bottom
    a lunchbox filled with grilled potato cheese sandwich and a bowl of chips on the side and text at the top
    Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich packed in a lunchbox with a bowl of ketchup on the side and text at the top

    This post is sponsored by the Build a Better Sandwich promotion at Publix. The opinions and text are all mine.

    This Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich is not your average sandwich! Seasoned mashed potatoes stuffed in cheesy, warm bread is deliciously good. A quick and easy snack that comes together in just 20 minutes.

    If you love cooking vegetarian/vegan recipes then please join me on my Facebook Page – Cookilicious. 

    3 slices of potato cheese sandwich placed one on top of the other

    Table of Contents

    • Up your sandwich game!
    • Build a better sandwich with Publix
    • Publix - grocery shopping was never this much fun!
    • Trending video
    • Vegetarian sandwich ideas
    • How to boil potatoes and tips
    • How to make Potato Cheese Grill Sandwich
    • Serving suggestions
    • Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich

    Up your sandwich game!

    Up your sandwich game with this lip-smacking, delicious recipe! Who doesn't love potatoes or cheese? When these two ingredients come together along with the right spices and herbs, we get a sandwich filling that's a treat to the taste buds!

    The next time you're looking for an idea for your children's lunch, give this recipe a shot. Better yet, treat yourself to a hearty, filling meal by making this recipe. 

    This sandwich features the simplest of ingredients that are easily available at your nearest Publix - bread, potatoes, and cheese! Not only that, but it's also a breeze to make. Enough of those everyday boring sandwich recipes. Instead, put together this cheesy sandwich and you will not be disappointed!

    all the products shopped at publix placed around a platter of Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich

    Build a better sandwich with Publix

    From March 14th - 27th, Publix will be doing its part in helping you prepare delicious sandwiches by running its 'Build a Better Sandwich' promotion. You can find good deals on sandwich ingredients and condiments. These items can be found in the bakery, the center store, and the refrigerated section.

    During the aforementioned dates, you can save on these sandwich-related items:

    • $1 off any Publix Bakery item ($1 or more in value) when you buy any 1 Cheez-it Snap’d 7.5 oz
    • $1 off any Publix Bakery item ($1 or more in value) when you buy any 1 Maille Dijon or Old Style Mustard 7.3–8.11 oz
    • $.50 off any Publix Bakery item ($.50 or more in value) when you buy any 1 I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter! item 7.5–16 oz
    • $1.75 off any Publix Bakery item ($1.75 or more in value) when you buy any 1 Hellmann’s Mayonnaise 15–20 oz
    • 2 for $5 Borden singles 8-12 oz your choice. o $4.99 Land O' Frost Premium Sliced Meat 16 oz your choice

    3 slices of Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich

    Publix - grocery shopping was never this much fun!

    Publix is my go-to place for groceries. I love their stores - so big, airy and clean. Every Sunday, my husband and I make a trip to our local Publix. It's one of the ways, believe it or not, that we spend time together.

    I plan the menu for the upcoming week and make the grocery list. My husband, being in charge of getting the household items (batteries, AC filters, cleaning supplies, etc.) compiles his own list. Once the lists are done, off we go.

    Our first step is to check out the coupon and savings booklets, including the Extra Savings flyer, at the store entrance. We scan for whether any items on our list are on sale. We then get everything on the shopping list. Once we're done, we start a tour of the aisles and the bakery.

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    Publix has such a large selection of items, it's fun to 'window-shop'. Occasionally, we make the odd impulse purchase - but usually, we stick to the list. We especially love the Publix bread - it's so soft, tasty and fresh! We always prefer it over the packaged stuff. It's our go-to bread for making sandwiches.

    Once we're done, we head over to the checkout counters, where the ever-helpful staff ring us up and pack our items in our re-usable (say no to plastic!!) Publix bags. It's such a fun experience. Both hubby and I look forward to our Publix trip each week. I

    f you haven't visited Publix before, I would urge you to go visit. You won't be disappointed, trust me!

    4 products shopped from Publix

    Vegetarian sandwich ideas

    If you are a bread lover like me, then do try these recipes.

    • Spiced Yogurt Sandwich
    • Bombay Style Veg Masala Toast Sandwich
    • Deconstructed Masoor Dal Cutlet Sandwich
    • Sev Puri Grill Sandwich

    display of ingredients used to make Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich

    The above picture shows you all the ingredients used to make this Grilled Potato Cheese Sandwich. 

    How to boil potatoes and tips

    Boiling potatoes is an essential step in this recipe. Since we need mashed potatoes in this recipe, boiling them makes it easy. 

    • Starchy potatoes like Russets or Waxy or all-purpose potatoes are the best varieties for boiling. 
    • It's recommended that you boil potatoes with the skin on. This keeps the nutrients inside the potato during the cooking process.
    • You can use both stove-top and microwave method to boil potatoes. 
      • Microwave method - In a microwave-safe bowl, add water and potatoes. Microwave it for 13-15 minutes. 
      • In a pressure cooker, add water and potatoes. Cook it on a stove-top for 3-4 whistles.

    2 image collage showing how to boil potatoes

    • Adding salt while boiling is a personal preference.
    • Potatoes will cook more quickly if you cut them up into chunks before boiling. 
    • Peel the skin once the boiled potatoes cool down. 
    • Be careful to not overcook the potatoes or you’ll end up with a soggy mess and little flavor.
    • Potatoes are done when you can slide the tip of a knife or fork all the way through without resistance. 
    • It’s important to drain the potatoes immediately after cooking. 

    9 image collage showing the steps to make Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich

    How to make Potato Cheese Grill Sandwich

    Now that the mashed potatoes are ready. It's time to season them and make some yummy Potato Cheese Sandwiches.

    1. Transfer the mashed potatoes into a bowl.
    2. Add spice mixes like onion powder, cumin powder, turmeric, garam masala, mixed herbs
    3. Then add minced garlic, dried parsley, and jalapeno along with salt.
    4. Mix it all together.  
    5. Spread I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter over Publix bakery Homestyle White Bread slices. 
    6. Spread a generous amount of seasoned mashed potatoes over it.
    7. Smear it with green chutney.
    8. Arrange Borden Singles Cheese slice over it and close the sandwich.
    9. Grill until lightly browned in a Panini Maker.

    Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich packed in a lunchbox with a bowl of ketchup on the side

    Serving suggestions

    Serve these sandwiches with a side of ketchup, chutney and some Cheez-It Snap’d for that extra crunch. This sandwich is great for breakfast, school lunch boxes and evening snacks.

    Important tips

    • I have used russet potatoes for this recipe.
    • Cook the potatoes until they are soft. Then grate or mash them with a masher.
    • Feel free to add the seasonings of your choice.
    • Keep it mildly spiced if making it for children.
    • You can use fresh herbs instead of dried herbs. 
    • Green chutney can be substituted with pesto.
    • Add sliced veggies like onions, bell peppers or even avocado before adding the cheese slice to make it heartier and flavorful. 
    • If you don't have a Panini maker, you can make this on the stove-top as well.

    a lunchbox filled with grilled potato cheese sandwich and a bowl of chips on the side

    If you’ve tried this Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich or any other recipe from the blog, please let me know. I welcome your comments, star ratings, tweaks, and suggestions.

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    Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich packed in a lunchbox with a bowl of ketchup on the side

    Mashed Potato Cheese Sandwich

    Grilled Potato Cheese Sandwich is not your average sandwich! Seasoned mashed potatoes stuffed in cheesy warm bread is deliciously good. A quick and easy snack that comes together in just 20 minutes.
    4.88 from 8 votes
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    Course: sandwich, Snack
    Cuisine: American, Indian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Calories: 818.46kcal
    Author: Priya Lakshminarayan

    Equipment

    Panini Maker

    Ingredients 

    • 4 potatoes
    • 1/2 tbsp onion powder
    • 1/2 tbsp cumin powder
    • 1 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1/2 tbsp garam masala
    • 1 tbsp mixed herbs
    • 5 cloves garlic
    • 1 jalapeno
    • 2 tbsp dried parsley
    • salt
    • 8 slices Publix bakery Homestyle White Bread
    • 2 tbsp Spread I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter
    • 3 tbsp green chutney
    • 4 nos Borden Singles Cheese Slice

    Instructions

    • Boil potatoes.
    • Transfer the mashed potatoes into a bowl.
    • Add spice mixes like onion powder, cumin powder, turmeric, garam masala, mixed herbs
    • Then add minced garlic and jalapeno along with salt.
    • Add dried parsley and mix it all together.
    • Spread I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter over Publix bakery Homestyle White Bread slices.
    • Spread a generous amount of seasoned mashed potatoes over it.
    • Smear it with green chutney.
    • Arrange Borden Singles Cheese Slice over it and close the sandwich.
    • Grill until lightly browned in a Panini Maker.
    • Serve these sandwiches with a side of ketchup, chutney and Cheez-It Snap’d for that extra crunch.

    Notes

    • Starchy potatoes like Russets or Waxy or all-purpose potatoes are the best varieties for boiling.
    • It's recommended that you boil potatoes with the skin on. This keeps the nutrients inside the potato during the cooking process.
    • Can use both stove-top and microwave method to boil potatoes.
    • Microwave method - In a microwave safe bowl, add water and potatoes. Microwave it for 13-15 minutes.
    • In a pressure cooker, add water and potatoes. Cook it on a stove-top for 3-4 whistles.
    • Adding salt while boiling is again personal preference.
    • Potatoes will cook more quickly if you cut them up into chunks before boiling.
    • Peel the skin once its cooled down.
    • Be careful to not overcook the potatoes or you’ll end up with a soggy mess and little flavor.
    • Potatoes are done when you can slide the tip of a knife or fork all the way through without resistance.
    • It’s important to drain the potatoes immediately after cooking. I have used russet potatoes for this recipe.
    • Cook the potatoes till they are soft. Then grate or mash them with a masher.
    • Feel free to add the seasonings of your choice.
    • Keep it mildly spiced if making it for children.
    • You can use fresh herbs instead of dried herbs.
    • If the stuffing is a bit dry, add few tablespoons of milk.
    • Green chutney can be substituted with pesto.
    • Add sliced veggies like onions, bell peppers or even avocado before adding the cheese slice to make it more hearty and flavorful.
    • If you don't have a Panini Maker, you can make this on the stove-top as well.
    • You can prepare this stuffing in advance and store in the refrigerator. 
    • You can also freeze this stuffing.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 818.46kcal | Carbohydrates: 127.4g | Protein: 27.52g | Fat: 25.04g | Saturated Fat: 7.41g | Cholesterol: 2.76mg | Sodium: 1154.29mg | Potassium: 3790.37mg | Fiber: 25.9g | Sugar: 1.92g | Vitamin A: 2833.26IU | Vitamin C: 136.07mg | Calcium: 411mg | Iron: 32.09mg
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    1. EAT CHIMAC says

      December 12, 2020 at 2:03 pm

      5 stars
      This is the most amazing food I have ever had!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        December 12, 2020 at 7:58 pm

        Glad you liked it. thank you.

        Reply
    2. Amanda Wren-Grimwood says

      March 16, 2020 at 6:52 am

      5 stars
      My family love cheesy mash so this is something they will love!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 16, 2020 at 12:26 pm

        I am so happy to hear that!

        Reply
    3. Dannii says

      March 16, 2020 at 6:16 am

      5 stars
      I never would have thought to put potatoes in a sandwich like this, but it sounds (and looks) amazing.

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 16, 2020 at 12:27 pm

        Thank you so much. Glad you liked it.

        Reply
    4. Tisha says

      March 15, 2020 at 4:26 pm

      5 stars
      Such a unique and great idea for a sandwich. I can't wait to try it!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 15, 2020 at 4:45 pm

        Yes, I love how easy and simple it is! Thank you.

        Reply
    5. Danielle says

      March 15, 2020 at 4:04 pm

      5 stars
      Now that is the sandwich to make to wow the guests. The color is incredible and the choice of ingredients is amazing!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 15, 2020 at 4:45 pm

        Glad you liked it

        Reply
    6. Chris Collins says

      March 15, 2020 at 3:47 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, I never thought of putting mashed potato in a sandwich but after seeing this I'll definitely be giving it a go!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 15, 2020 at 3:58 pm

        Ya, it tastes so good! Do give it a try.

        Reply
    7. Dimple Madan says

      March 15, 2020 at 9:14 am

      5 stars
      Wonderful tips. Good, tasty and easy to make recipes you have shared. I am looking forward to watch more recipes from on your channel/blog.

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 15, 2020 at 11:28 am

        I am so glad you liked it. Do subscribe to the blog and to my YouTube channel to stay connected. 🙂

        Reply

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