Best 7 Load Mash Potatoes Recipes

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Loaded mashed potatoes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. They are perfect for potlucks, holiday dinners, or a simple weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a creamy and flavorful mashed potato dish that will be a hit with everyone at the table. Whether you prefer classic mashed potatoes or something with a little more flair, there are endless possibilities when it comes to loading up your mashed potatoes. From cheese and bacon to roasted garlic and herbs, the options are limitless. So grab a spoon and get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food!

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LOAD MASH POTATOES



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Ready, Set, Cook! Special Edition Contest Entry. Mash potatoes are so versatile, you will need only 1 pan and 1 pot to make this recipe. Be very careful not to burn your bacon. Must you med-large pot to finish the recipe.

Provided by kippywilliams

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (24 ounce) package Simply Potatoes Traditional Mashed Potatoes
5 slices bacon, cut in 1 inch pieces
1/2 red pepper, diced
1 cup frozen sweet corn
1/2 bunch green onion, sliced

Steps:

  • Render bacon in pan until bacon is done, remove bacon bits. remove 4 tlbs of bacon fat to med non-stick pot.
  • Add red pepper, sweet corn, Saute for 5 to 7 mins or until corn is done.
  • Heat Mash potato in micro-wave,)according to package) add to red pepper and corn mixture fold in green onion and bacon bits, sea salt and pepper To Taste (seasoning).
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 6.8, Sodium 88.3, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.7, Protein 3.6

LOADED MASHED POTATOES



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Tired of the same old side dish, I whipped up this new family favorite. We can't get enough of these loaded mashed potatoes at our house. Often, I'll prepare this casserole ahead and refrigerate it. Then I bake it just before serving. -Dawn Reuter, Oxford, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper to taste
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese blend, divided
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and place in a large bowl. Add the sour cream, milk, butter, salt and pepper. Beat on medium-low speed until light and fluffy. Stir in 2 cups cheese, bacon and onions., Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Top with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 281mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

LOADED MASHED POTATOES



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This is like the best parts of a loaded baked potato and traditional mashed potatoes all rolled into one. For extra fun, take your leftovers, add some milk or cream, reheat, and you've got a kickin' loaded potato soup!

Provided by Jaime Lee C.

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices bacon, or more to taste
3 pounds potatoes, or more to taste, peeled and cut into chunks
½ cup butter
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
½ chopped fresh chives
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Place potatoes into a large pot of lightly salted water; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain potatoes and return them to the pot.
  • Mash butter into the potatoes with a potato masher or electric hand mixer until melted completely into the potatoes; add sour cream and continue to beat until combined. Crumble bacon into the potato mixture; add Cheddar cheese and chives and stir. Season potatoes with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 90.2 mg, Fat 34.8 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 21.3 g, Sodium 421.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

LOADED MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE



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Family-favorite mashed potatoes are loaded up with bacon, cheese and green onions. Even better than this irresistible side dish? You can make it ahead of time and bake it just before serving.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pouches (4.7 oz each) Betty Crocker™ creamy butter mashed potatoes
Water, milk and butter called for on potatoes pouches
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
10 slices bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled
4 green onions, thinly sliced
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 4-quart saucepan, make both potatoes pouches as directed.
  • Reserve 1 cup cheese, 3 tablespoons bacon and 1/4 cup green onions for topping. Stir cream cheese, remaining Cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions and pepper into potatoes. Spoon mixture into baking dish; sprinkle with reserved 1 cup Cheddar cheese. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until heated through and top is slightly puffed and golden brown.
  • Garnish with reserved crumbled bacon and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 1 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 900 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

TWICE-BAKED LOADED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



Twice-Baked Loaded Potatoes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: russet potatoes, olive oil, sour cream, unsalted butter, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, shredded cheddar cheese, scallions, bacon

Provided by Jody Tixier

Categories     Sides

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 russet potatoes
2 teaspoons olive oil
½ cup sour cream, plus more for serving
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
½ cup scallions, thinly sliced, divided
2 strips bacon, cooked, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Rub each potato with 1 teaspoon of oil, and prick the top with a fork.
  • Place the potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 1 hour.
  • Transfer potatoes to a cutting board, and cut in half.
  • Using a spoon, gently scoop out the inside flesh of the potatoes and transfer to a medium bowl. Reserve the skins.
  • Add the sour cream, melted butter, salt, pepper, ½ of the shredded cheese, and ½ of the scallions, and combine with a hand mixer until smooth.
  • Use a spoon to transfer the potato mixture back into the scooped out potato skins.
  • Bake for 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the potatoes with remaining cheese, and bake for 5 more minutes, until the cheese is melted.
  • Top with sour cream, bacon, and the remaining scallions.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 2 grams

ULTIMATE MASHED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Who doesn't love potatoes? I mean, come on. Fry 'em, dice 'em, slice 'em, or bake 'em, there's nothing better than a well-seasoned iteration of a potato. This time, we're mashing 'em. And not only are we mashing them, we're loading 'em up with all sorts of tantalizing flavors to give you, what we proudly call, the Ultimate Mashed Potato. It's an experience, trust us.

Provided by Jody Tixier

Categories     Sides

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lb yukon gold potato
½ cup whole milk
½ cup heavy cream
8 cloves garlic, crushed
½ cup unsalted butter, cubed, cold
2 teaspoons kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
chive, finely chopped, for serving

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, peel the potatoes. Place the potatoes in a large bowl of cold water after peeling to avoid discoloration.
  • Cut the potatoes into 1-inch (2 cm) cubes.
  • Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 12 minutes.
  • In a small saucepan, bring the milk, heavy cream, and garlic to a simmer over low heat.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and strain the cream through a fine mesh sieve.
  • Drain the potatoes in a colander and transfer back to the pot.
  • Mash the potatoes with a potato masher, potato ricer, or by pushing through a fine mesh sieve with a spatula.
  • Add the cubed cold butter and salt. Stir to combine.
  • Gradually add the cream mixture to the potatoes, little by little, until fully incorporated.
  • Top with freshly ground black pepper and sprinkle with chives and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 4 grams

LOADED MASHED POTATOES



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This one is popular. It has everything and then some. Not something for the calorie conscious! I've used instant potatoes, but of course fresh is best. Good for the holidays.

Provided by pies and cakes and

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups prepared mashed potatoes
1/2 cup milk
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons parsley flakes
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°.
  • Mix first six ingredients in mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  • Spoon into a greased 9x13-inch pan or casserole dish and sprinkle with cheese and bacon.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 57.1, Sodium 614.6, Carbohydrate 20.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.9, Protein 8.5

Tips:

  • Always use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for the creamiest mashed potatoes.
  • Peel and cut the potatoes into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
  • Bring the potatoes to a boil in salted water, then reduce heat to low and simmer until tender.
  • Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot over low heat to remove excess moisture.
  • Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or ricer until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add milk, butter, and seasonings to the potatoes, mixing until well combined.
  • For extra creamy mashed potatoes, use a hand mixer on low speed.
  • If you want fluffy mashed potatoes, use a fork to gently fold in the milk and butter.
  • Serve the mashed potatoes immediately or keep them warm in a slow cooker on low heat.

Conclusion:

Mashed potatoes are a versatile and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. They are also a great way to use up leftover potatoes. With so many different ways to make mashed potatoes, you are sure to find a recipe that you and your family will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give one of these mashed potato recipes a try.

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