Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Bacon

Transform your side dish into the star of the meal with these Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Bacon! This recipe combines velvety smooth russet potatoes with the richness of butter, heavy cream, and milk for an ultra-luxurious texture, elevated by the smoky, crispy crunch of crumbled bacon. A pop of fresh chives adds the perfect finishing touch, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, this comforting side is perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for indulgent, savory flavor. Don't miss out on this ultimate crowd-pleaser that's destined to be the highlight of your dinner table!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 6 slices bacon
• 1 stick unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup chives

Directions

Step 1

Peel and quarter the russet potatoes, then place them in a large pot.

Step 2

Fill the pot with enough cold water to cover the potatoes by about an inch. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, place the bacon slices in a cold large pan and cook over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Turn the bacon occasionally to ensure even crispiness. Once done, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat.

Step 5

Once cool, crumble the crispy bacon into small pieces using your hands or a knife. Set aside.

Step 6

Drain the cooked potatoes using a colander and return them to the pot.

Step 7

In a separate small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the heavy cream and milk, stirring occasionally until the mixture is warm but not boiling. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Using a potato masher, begin mashing the potatoes in the pot until smooth.

Step 9

Gradually add the warm butter and cream mixture to the mashed potatoes, stirring continuously until well combined and creamy.

Step 10

Season the mashed potatoes with salt and black pepper according to taste. Mix well.

Step 11

Fold in the crumbled bacon and half of the chopped chives into the mashed potatoes, reserving some for garnish.

Step 12

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish, garnish with the remaining chives, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1621.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2675.9

Total Fat 155.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 426.5mg	0%
Sodium 3436.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 271.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 20.1g
Protein 56.3g	0%

Vitamin D 61.4IU	0%
Calcium 378.2mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 7225.2mg	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: 51.6%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 40.1%