Mashed Potatoes With Bacon And Cheddar Recipe

Name: Mashed Potatoes With Bacon And Cheddar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 lbs russet potatoes or 5 lbs yukon gold potatoes; 8 ounces bacon (About 10 Slices); 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted,plus; more unsalted butter, for baking dish; 1 cup sour cream; 1 small onion, grated on the large holes of a box grater,juice reserved; 1/2 bunch fresh chives, finely chopped (About 1/4 Cup); 2 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese (About 10 Ounces); 2 teaspoons coarse salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

5 lbs russet potatoes or 5 lbs yukon gold potatoes
8 ounces bacon (About 10 Slices)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted,plus
more unsalted butter, for baking dish
1 cup sour cream
1 small onion, grated on the large holes of a box grater,juice reserved
1/2 bunch fresh chives, finely chopped (About 1/4 Cup)
2 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese (About 10 Ounces)
2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F Peel potatoes, and cut into 1-inch chunks.
2
Place in a large saucepan, and add enough cold water to cover by about 2 inches.
3
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and reduce to a simmer.
4
Cook until easily pierced with a paring knife, about 20 minutes.
5
Transfer to a colander to drain; return to pan, cover, and set aside.
6
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
7
Add bacon, and cook until crisp and browned, turning once.
8
Transfer to paper towels; let cool, and crumble.
9
Using a fork, mash potatoes in pan until light and fluffy; add cream cheese, butter, and sour cream, and stir until combined and smooth.
10
Add the onion and any onion juice, chives, 2 cups cheese, half the bacon, salt, and pepper.
11
Stir until well combined.
12
Transfer to a buttered 3-quart baking dish.
13
Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
14
Bake until top is slightly golden and potatoes are heated through, about 30 minutes.
15
Remove from oven; garnish with remaining bacon.
16
Serve immediately.

1438

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 lbs russet potatoes or 5 lbs yukon gold potatoes, 8 ounces bacon (About 10 Slices), 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted,plus, and more.

Yes, Mashed Potatoes With Bacon And Cheddar falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mashed Potatoes With Bacon And Cheddar

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