Ingredients
3 pounds potatoes (about 9 medium), peeled and quartered1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup whole milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups sour cream2 cups shredded cheddar cheese3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 tablespoon minced chives
Preparation
Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain.
In a large bowl, mash potatoes. Beat in the cream cheese, butter, milk, salt and pepper until fluffy. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Spread sour cream over the top.
Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with the cheddar cheese, bacon and chives. Bake 5 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.
