Ingredients

  • 1 lb idaho potato
  • 1 tablespoon light margarine, softened
  • 1/3 cup fat-free half-and-half, warmed
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
  • 6 tablespoons egg whites
  • 1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon flaked sea salt or 1 teaspoon colored sea salt

Method

  • Peel potatoes & cut into large chunks. Place in large pot & cover with cold water. Bring to boil & cook 10-15 minutes until tender.
  • Drain well and return to pot on stove. Cover and heat over low flame, shaking occasionally, about 3 minutes until potatoes look dry.
  • Mash low speed with electric hand mixer. Fold in butter, milk, salt and pepper. Let cool.
  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Spray baking dish (8x8" or similar size) with non-stick cooking spray. Beat 3 T egg whites & stir into potatoes. Add cheese.
  • With electric hand mixer, whip remaining 3 T egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold whipped eggs into potatoes.
  • Transfer potatoes to baking dish.
  • Bake 30 minutes until top begins to brown.
  • Sprinkle with flaked or colored sea salt & serve.