1 cup heated milk
2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
4 ounces shredded process American cheese
4 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
pinch ground red pepper
Cook potatoes in boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well. Put potatoes back in saucepan; stir over low heat until dry, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Mash, adding about 1/2 cup milk and the 2 tablespoons butter. Add grated cheese and seasonings. Beat with a spoon, adding remaining milk until desired consistency is reached.
Makes 4 servings.