loaded mashed potatoes

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Jennifer Bass
Richmond, KY

I wanted to try something "fancier" for a side dish of mashed potatoes. These were excellent and very flavorful.

(2 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min

Ingredients For loaded mashed potatoes

  • 3 lg
    idaho potatoes, peeled & rinsed
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter
  • milk
  • 1/2 c
    shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 3 slice
    bacon, cooked & crumbled
  • 4 lg
    cherry tomatoes, coarsely chopped
  • 2
    green onions, sliced into 1/4-inch slices (green part only)
  • salt & pepper, to taste

How To Make loaded mashed potatoes

  • 1
    Carefully cut potatoes into quarters. Place the potatoes in a medium-sized pot and fill with cold water until the potatoes are just covered with water. Place potatoes over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Boil for about 10 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.
  • 2
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Drain the potatoes in a colander and return to the cooking pot. Add butter; add milk in increments of 1 tablespoon until just moist. Using a potato masher or a fork, mash potatoes until there are no lumps, adding milk as needed to make them fluffy and creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Add 1/4 cup of the sharp cheddar cheese, continue to mash unti cheese has melted.
  • 3
    Place mashed potatoes in a small baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the potatoes. Sprinkle bacon over the cheese; top with chopped tomatoes. Place in the oven for about 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted on top. Remove from oven and sprinkle with green onions.

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