Loaded Mashed Potatoes: A Family Favorite Recipe

Get ready for a crowd-pleasing dish that combines the best of both worlds: the rich flavors of a loaded baked potato with the creamy texture of classic mashed potatoes. This Loaded Mashed Potato recipe is a guaranteed hit!

This recipe brings together the best elements of a loaded baked potato and comforting mashed potatoes. It’s perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Your family will be asking for seconds (and thirds!) of this flavorful dish.

Note: This recipe was created in partnership with Shamrock Farms. Their high-quality ingredients make all the difference in achieving the best flavor.

For this recipe, quality ingredients are key, I love using Shamrock Farms products. Their sour cream and milk elevate these Loaded Mashed Potatoes to a new level of deliciousness. I appreciate knowing the source of my ingredients, and Shamrock Farms’ commitment to their community and their dairy farms.

Loaded Mashed Potatoes Recipe

This recipe yields approximately 12 servings.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 45 mins

Total Time: 1 hr

By: Jamie Sherman

The best parts of a loaded baked potato and traditional mashed potatoes all in one dish! Your family will beg you to make this recipe again and again!

Ingredients

5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
Salt and pepper, to taste
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
¾ cup Shamrock Farms Sour Cream
¾ cup Shamrock Farms milk
3 cups Cheddar cheese, divided
½ pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 – 4 green onions, sliced

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 3-quart baking dish and set aside.
Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Drain and place potatoes in a large bowl.
Add salt, pepper, butter, sour cream, and milk. Mash with a potato masher until light and fluffy. Stir in 2 cups of cheese, all of the bacon, and green onions.
Transfer the potato mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining cheese.
Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

Substitute bacon with leftover ham for a different flavor.
Experiment with different cheese varieties to customize the flavor.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving – approximate)

Calories: 432 kcal
Carbohydrates: 37 g
Protein: 14 g
Fat: 26 g
Saturated Fat: 13 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0.3 g
Cholesterol: 66 mg
Sodium: 331 mg
Potassium: 898 mg
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 3 g
Vitamin A: 611 IU
Vitamin C: 11 mg
Calcium: 262 mg
Iron: 2 mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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