-3 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces

-Kosher salt and ground black pepper

-2 cups heavy whipping cream

-1 stick (8) tbsp unsalted butter, at room temperature

-2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese

-2 tablespoons thinly sliced chives (optional)

(come back and write this down later)