30-Minute Creamy Loaded Mashed Potatoes – Bacon Bliss
Creamy mashed potatoes loaded with cheese, bacon, and green onions for a rich and flavorful side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain potatoes and return to the pot.
- Add butter, milk, and sour cream. Mash until smooth.
- Stir in cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, use warm milk.
- Adjust cheese and bacon quantities to taste.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg