Loaded Mashed Potatoes with Cheese and Bacon

February 08, 2017

This comforting side dish uses a few skinny modifications to make mashed potatoes with cheese a little healthier!

1 1/2 lb. russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1\" cubes
1 tbsp. olive oil
3 oz. reduced-fat cream cheese, you can use full fat if you prefer
1/4 c. grated cheddar or colby-jack cheese, 2% milk cheese would work
1/4 c. milk
1/2 tsp. kosher salt, or to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 green onions, sliced
3 slices cooked bacon, roughly chopped

Place potatoes in a medium saucepan, and cover with an inch or two of water. Add about a teaspoon of salt, and heat to boiling over medium-high heat. Boil for approximately 10 minutes or until you can...
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Nutritions

Calories
1604

Sodium
5346mg
222% DV

Fat
110g
169% DV

Protein
85g
171% DV

Carbs
55g
18% DV

Fiber
9g
36% DV

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