Loaded Mashed Potatoes

Name: Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 1 greased 3-qt. baking dish
Ingredients: 5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed; 0.75 cup sour cream; 0.5 cup milk; 3 tablespoons butter; Salt and pepper to taste; 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese blend, divided; 0.5 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled; 3 green onions, sliced

Mashed potatoes loaded with cheddar cheese, bacon and green onions, baked until the cheese melts.

1 greased 3-qt. baking dishYield

What you'll need

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

How to make it

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.
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.