Mashed Potatoes with Bacon and Cheddar

Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly indulgent, these Mashed Potatoes with Bacon and Cheddar are the ultimate comfort food side dish! Velvety-smooth Russet potatoes are mashed with rich butter and heavy cream, then loaded with sharp cheddar cheese and crispy crumbled bacon for a flavor-packed twist on the classic. A touch of garlic powder adds depth, while fresh chives provide a vibrant garnish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and serves up to six. Whether paired with roasted meats or enjoyed on its own, this dish will quickly become a household favorite. Keywords: mashed potatoes, bacon, cheddar, comfort food, cheesy mashed potatoes, easy side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 1 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 6 strips Bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Chives, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the potatoes into roughly 1-inch chunks for even cooking.

Step 2

Place the chopped potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the bacon by cooking it in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and let it cool on a plate lined with paper towels. Once cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces.

Step 5

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes to evaporate any remaining moisture.

Step 6

Add the butter and heavy cream to the hot potatoes. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder (if using) until evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy with your favorite main dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1588.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2906.4

Total Fat 161.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 463mg	0%
Sodium 4840.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 270.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 14.0g
Protein 96.8g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1013.7mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 7390.5mg	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: 49.8%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 37.0%