Loaded Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Discover the ultimate cheesy loaded mashed potatoes recipe! Indulge in rich, creamy mashed potatoes generously infused with gooey cheese and crispy bacon, making it the perfect side dish to elevate any meal.
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Servings 6 servings
Ingredients
- 3 lbs potatoes russet, Idaho or Yukon gold
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 Tbsp unsalted butter cubed
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 8 oz bacon bits cooked
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 Tbsp chopped green onion or chives optional
Instructions
- Peel and wash the potatoes. Cut the potatoes into equal sized chunks.
- Add the potato chunks and salt to a large pot. Fill the pot with water, covering the potatoes.
- Cook potatoes on medium high heat, bringing the water to a boil.
- Boil on medium high heat for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, and a knife goes smoothly through the potato chunks. (Time will vary depending on the size you cut the potato chunks)
- Carefully drain all the water from the potatoes. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Add the sliced butter to the potatoes and with a potato masher, mash the potatoes allowing the butter to melt and mix in with the potatoes.
- Pour in the milk, sour cream, garlic salt, and pepper to the potatoes and continue mashing until the potatoes are creamy.
- Taste the potatoes and add seasoning as preferred. Mix in the bacon bits and shredded cheese.
- Transfer the creamy potatoes the a casserole dish and spread evenly. Top with extra bacon and cheese.
- Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, uncovered or until the cheese has melted.
- Remove from oven and top with freshly chopped greens and serve warm.