Best 2 Buttermilk And Bacon Mashed Potatoes Recipes

Step into a culinary delight as we delve into the secrets of crafting the ultimate buttermilk and bacon mashed potatoes, a hearty and flavorful dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds. With each fluffy bite, you'll embark on a journey of creamy textures and smoky bacon goodness, perfectly complemented by the tangy buttermilk. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or seeking a comforting side dish, these mashed potatoes will steal the show, leaving you and your loved ones craving for more. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will redefine your mashed potato experience.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BACON AND BUTTERMILK MASHED POTATOES

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Categories Milk/Cream Potato Side Thanksgiving Kid-Friendly Bacon Bon Appétit Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

6 bacon slices
4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, quartered
1 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions

Steps:

Cook bacon in large skillet over medium-low heat until crisp, about seven minutes. Transfer to paper towels and drain. Crumble bacon and set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons bacon fat.
Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until very tender, about 30 minutes. Drain well. Return potatoes to pot; mash. Add buttermilk, butter and reserved bacon fat; mash again. Add chives. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl. Top with bacon.

BUTTERMILK AND BACON MASHED POTATOES

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These recipes have been adapted from "Bobby Flay Cooks American" by Bobby Flay. Copyright 2003 by Bobby Flay. Photography copyright 2001 by Gentl and Hypers/Edge. Reprinted by permission of Hyperion.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

5 pounds unpeeled red bliss potatoes, or other thin-skinned potatoes, quartered
Coarse salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 to 2 cups buttermilk
6 cloves Roasted Garlic
8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

Place potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with cold water (about 8 cups), and add 2 tablespoons of salt. Bring to a boil, and cook until very tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain well, and return to saucepan over low heat.
Add butter, buttermilk, roasted garlic, and bacon. Mash until smooth. Stir in parsley and green onions, and season with salt and pepper.

Tips:

Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for the best results.
Peel and cube the potatoes evenly so they cook evenly.
Bring the potatoes to a boil in salted water, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until they are tender.
Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot.
Add the buttermilk, butter, sour cream, bacon, chives, salt, and pepper to the potatoes and mash until smooth.
Serve the mashed potatoes immediately.

Conclusion:

Buttermilk and bacon mashed potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are creamy and flavorful, with a hint of smokiness from the bacon. These mashed potatoes are sure to be a hit at your next potluck or dinner party.