Twice Loaded Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 2 lb Idaho Russet Potatoes (washed, skin left on, cut into 1‑inch cubes)
• 6 slices Thick‑cut Bacon (cut into 1‑inch pieces)
• 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter (cut into cubes)
• 0.25 cup Whole Milk (room temperature)
• 0.25 cup Heavy Cream (room temperature)
• 4 oz Cream Cheese (room temperature, softened)
• 0.25 cup Sour Cream (room temperature)
• 2 stalks Green Onions (thinly sliced)
• 1 tbsp Fresh Chives (chopped)
• 1 tsp Salt (to taste)
• 0.5 tsp White Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tbsp Honey (for drizzling)

Instructions

1. Prepare Potatoes

   Wash the potatoes, leave the skins on, and cut them into uniform 1‑inch cubes.

   Time: PT5M

2. Boil Potatoes

   Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until fork‑tender, about 15‑20 minutes.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 100°C

3. Render Bacon

   While the potatoes are cooking, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy (8‑10 minutes). Transfer to paper towels to drain excess fat.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: medium

4. Warm Butter, Milk, and Cream

   In a small saucepan combine butter, milk, and heavy cream. Heat gently, stirring, until the butter melts and the mixture is warm but not boiling.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: low

5. Mash Potatoes

   Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash with a potato masher until smooth and free of lumps.

   Time: PT5M

6. Add Warm Dairy

   Pour the warm butter‑milk‑cream mixture into the mashed potatoes and continue mashing until fully incorporated.

   Time: PT2M

7. Add Cream Cheese & Sour Cream

   Fold in the room‑temperature cream cheese and sour cream, mixing until they melt completely into the potatoes.

   Time: PT3M

8. Add Bacon & Seasonings

   Stir in half of the cooked bacon, sliced green onions, salt, and white pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

   Time: PT2M

9. Top and Melt Cheese

   Transfer the mash to a serving bowl. Sprinkle the remaining bacon, extra green onions, chives, and drizzle honey. If the cheese hasn’t melted, use a kitchen torch or microwave the bowl for 30‑45 seconds until gooey.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: microwave 800W or torch

10. Serve

    Serve immediately while hot. Pairs well with steak, roasted chicken, or grilled vegetables.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

450

Protein

10g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

25g

Fiber

3g