Loaded Mashed Potatoes

Name: Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 14 servings.
Ingredients: 5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed; 3/4 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup milk; 3 tablespoons butter; Salt and pepper to taste; 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese blend, divided; 1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled; 3 green onions, sliced

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 35 min. Bake: 30 min. YIELD: 14 servings.

Tired of the same old side dish, I whipped up this new family favorite. We can't get enough of these loaded mashed potatoes at our house. Often, I'll prepare this casserole ahead and refrigerate it. Then I bake it just before serving. —Dawn Reuter, Oxford, Wisconsin

Ingredients

5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper to taste
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese blend, divided
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 green onions, sliced

Directions

1. Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and place in a large bowl. Add the sour cream, milk, butter, salt and pepper. Beat on medium-low speed until light and fluffy. Stir in 2 cups cheese, bacon and onions.
2. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Top with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 307 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 281mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein.

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