Creamy Bacon and Onion Mashed Potatoes

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Creamy Bacon and Onion Mashed Potatoes, a decadent side dish that’s perfect for family dinners or festive celebrations. This recipe elevates traditional mashed potatoes with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and a luscious blend of heavy cream and butter for an ultra-smooth and flavorful mash. The addition of garlic-infused onion drippings enhances every bite with aromatic richness, while a sprinkle of fresh chives adds a pop of color and freshness. Easy to prepare in under an hour and serving up to six, this dish is a crowd-pleasing pairing for roasted meats, poultry, or even on its own. Whether you’re hosting a holiday feast or satisfying a weeknight craving, these mashed potatoes are sure to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Chives (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into 2-inch cubes, then rinse them under cold water.

Step 2

Place the diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a generous pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on paper towels to drain, then chop into small pieces.

Step 4

In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the olive oil and sliced onion. Cook over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are caramelized. Add the minced garlic during the last 2 minutes of cooking and stir well. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter and heavy cream, then mash the potatoes until smooth. You can adjust the consistency by adding more heavy cream if needed.

Step 6

Stir in the caramelized onions, minced garlic, chopped bacon, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well incorporated.

Step 7

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped chives, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1431.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2511.9

Total Fat 159.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 411.5mg	0%
Sodium 3387.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.0g
Protein 45.1g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 197.1mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 5584.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.7%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 35.0%