Fluffy Baked Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (about 5 medium), peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
• 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
• 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature, cut into pieces, plus more for the baking dish
• kosher salt and black pepper
• 3 large eggs, lightly beaten

Directions:

1. Heat oven to 400° F. Fill a large pot with the potatoes and 1 inch of water. Bring to a simmer, cover, and steam until very tender, 18 to 22 minutes. Strain and return the potatoes to the pot.
2. Add the milk, cream cheese, butter, 2 teaspoons salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper to the potatoes and mash until smooth. Fold in the eggs; transfer to a buttered 8-by-8-inch or another 2-quart baking dish. Bake until set and golden, 25 to 30 minutes (or 40 minutes if refrigerated before baking).