Twice Baked Mashed Potatoes with Bacon
These twice baked mashed potatoes are creamy, cheesy, and full of that mashed-meets-loaded flavor everyone loves. They come together with simple ingredients and make a delicious side dish for both busy weeknights and holiday tables.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs russet potatoes cleaned and peeled
- 4 slices bacon cooked and chopped
- ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- ¾ cup milk warmed
- 3 tablespoon unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- chives or green onions chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
- Add the potatoes, reduce the heat to medium, and cook until they are fork tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Keep an eye on them because you want them soft but not falling apart.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the warm pot.
- Mash the potatoes into rough chunks, then add the Greek yogurt, milk, butter, half of the cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mash again until the mixture is creamy and the ingredients are fully combined.
- Transfer the potatoes to a greased 8x8 baking dish and use a spatula to spread them into an even layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar and cooked bacon over the top.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped chives or green onions, and serve warm.
Notes
- Warm the milk before mixing so the potatoes blend smoothly without clumping.
- Shred your own cheddar for the best melt and texture.
- Add a splash of warm milk when reheating to bring back creaminess.
- To make ahead, assemble the dish up to 48 hours in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 236kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 8gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 268mgPotassium: 636mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 242IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 132mgIron: 1mg
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