Ingredients
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4 lbs red potatoes
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6 slices bacon
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1 cup whole milk
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1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
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1 cup light sour cream
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1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar
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1/4 cup chopped chives
Steps
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Cut the potatoes into 1-inch chunks and place in a large pot. Cover with cold water. Season with salt. Partially cover and heat to a boil on high. Uncover and reduce heat. Simmer 12–14 min., until potatoes are very tender.
2
Meanwhile, finely chop the bacon. In a 10-inch skillet, cook the bacon on medium 6–8 min., until crisp, stirring often. Set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk and butter. Cover with vented plastic and microwave 3 min., until butter melts, stirring once halfway through.
3
Drain the potatoes and return to pot. Add the milk mixture and sour cream. Season potatoes with salt and pepper. With potato masher, mash until mostly smooth.
4
Fold in bacon, cheese, and chives, reserving 2 tbsp each bacon, cheese, and chives for garnish. Transfer to serving bowl and garnish with reserved bacon, cheese, and chives.
