Description
Creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes loaded with melted cheddar cheese, tangy sour cream, savory turkey bacon, and fresh green onions. This comforting side dish is rich, satisfying, and perfect for family dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 3 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the peeled and chopped potatoes and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until fork tender.
- Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the warm pot.
- Warm the butter and milk together in a small saucepan.
- Mash the potatoes gently until mostly smooth.
- Pour in the warm milk and butter, then stir in the sour cream, salt, and black pepper until creamy.
- Fold in half of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and top with the remaining cheese, crumbled turkey bacon, and chopped green onions.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Warm the milk before adding it to keep the potatoes creamy.
- Avoid overmixing to prevent a gluey texture.
- Adjust salt to taste before serving.
- For extra richness, add a small pat of butter on top just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: homemade loaded mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, cheesy mashed potatoes, comfort food side dish