Baked Mashed Potatoes, with Pancetta, Parmesan Cheese, and Breadcrumbs

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   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking dish with the 1 tablespoon of room temp butter and set aside.

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   Cook the potatoes in a large pot of boiling salted water until they are very tender, about 15 minutes.

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   Drain; return the potatoes to the same pot and mash well with a potato masher.

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   Mix in the melted butter and milk.

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   Mix in the mozzarella, 3/4 cup of the Parmesan and pancetta.

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   Season, to taste, with salt and pepper and add in parsley.

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   Transfer the potatoes to the prepared baking dish.

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   Stir the bread crumbs and remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan in a small bowl to blend.

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   Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture over the mashed potatoes.

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    Recipe can be prepared up to this point 6 hours ahead of time; cover and chill.

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    Bake, uncovered, until the topping is golden brown, about 20 minutes.

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    Serving Yield: 6 to 8

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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