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Loaded Mashed Potatoes

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These loaded mashed potatoes are creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. With crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and green onions, they make a delicious side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 6 strips bacon, preferably thick cut
  • 3 ½ lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 3 teaspoons salt
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups orange cheddar cheese, shredded from a block
  • 4 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the potatoes: Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks, then place in a large pot with cold water and 2 teaspoons of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender.
  2. Cook the bacon: In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into small pieces.
  3. Mash the potatoes: Drain the cooked potatoes and mash with butter, sour cream, milk, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  4. Add toppings: Stir in most of the cheddar cheese, green onions, and chopped bacon. Top with remaining cheese and bacon.
  5. Bake: Bake the loaded mashed potatoes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

  • You can leave the skin on the potatoes for added texture and nutrition.
  • Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings like jalapenos, roasted garlic, or different cheeses.

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