Bacon-Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

Name: Bacon-Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT0H15M0.000S
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H50M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT1H5M0.000S
Yield: 4 servings

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Level: Easy
Total: 1 hr 5 min

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 50 min

Yield: 4 servings

Directions

Cook 1/2 pound chopped bacon until crisp. Make Classic Mash; replace half of the butter with 2 to 4 tablespoons bacon drippings. Fold in some bacon; sprinkle the rest on top.
Add 1/2 pound grated sharp cheddar and 1/4 cup each minced parsley and scallions.
Classic Mash: Cover 2 pounds whole russet or Yukon gold potatoes with cold salted water; simmer 45 minutes. Drain, peel and mash with 1/2 to 1 stick butter. Add 1 cup hot milk, and salt and pepper; mash until smooth and fluffy.