Loaded Mashed Potatoes with Bacon

Mashed potatoes that could be a meal. Hardy, filling, and savory. I started making mashed potatoes this way mainly for my daughter who loves loaded baked potatoes. The first time I tried this was because we were having company for dinner and I was running low on potatoes. It was the hit of the dinner. About a year after I started making them this way, we went to a restaurant that had a similar offering. My daughter said mine was still better.

Step: 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

Step: 2

Lay bacon strips in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step: 3

Bake in the preheated oven until browned and crisp, about 15 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Leave oven on.

Step: 4

While the bacon is cooking, place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, place in a large mixing bowl, and mash with a fork or potato masher.

Step: 5

Chop bacon and add to potatoes. Stir in sour cream, Cheddar cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper until well mixed. Transfer to a large casserole dish.

Step: 6

Bake until potatoes are heated through and cheese is melted, about 45 minutes. Re-mix to blend cheese throughout and serve hot.

Per Serving: 473 calories; protein 18.3g; carbohydrates 27.7g; fat 33.2g; cholesterol 96.2mg; sodium 619.6mg.

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