Best 8 Loaded Mash Potatoes Recipes

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Loaded mashed potatoes are a classic comfort food dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a hearty meal on a cold winter day or as a side dish for your favorite holiday feast. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of ingredients, so you can customize it to your own taste. You can use different types of potatoes, cheeses, and seasonings to create a unique and flavorful dish. In addition to the classic mashed potato recipe, this article also includes recipes for loaded mashed potato casserole, slow cooker loaded mashed potatoes, and air fryer loaded mashed potato balls. So, whether you are looking for a classic recipe or something new and exciting, you are sure to find the perfect loaded mashed potato recipe in this article.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

LOADED MASH POTATOES



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Swanson® Unsalted Chicken Stock is combined with potatoes, low-fat sour cream and a low-sodium ranch mix and topped with turkey bacon. You won't miss any of the flavor in this healthier version of mashed potatoes.

Provided by Melissa Goff

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) package turkey bacon
5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 (32 ounce) carton Swanson® Unsalted Chicken Stock
¼ cup low-fat sour cream
¼ cup low-sodium dry ranch dressing mix
¾ cup shredded nonfat Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Cook turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat to desired crispness; crumble.
  • In a large stock pot, combine potatoes and Swanson® Unsalted Chicken Broth. Boil potatoes and broth for about until potatoes are soft, stirring occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Do not discard broth. Add sour cream and ranch seasoning mix. Beat potatoes with a mixer or a mashing utensil until potatoes are mashed to desired consistency and ingredients are well combined, 2 or 3 minutes.
  • Stir in bacon, Cheddar cheese, and chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 13.4 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 371.9 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CREAMY LOADED MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lbs. all-purpose potatoes, peeled and cubed
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 6 oz.), divided
1 cup Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Real Mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
3 green onions, finely chopped (optional)
6 slices bacon, crisp-cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray 2-quart shallow baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • Cover potatoes with water in 4-quart saucepot; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and cook 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain and mash.
  • Stir in 1 cup cheese, Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Real Mayonnaise, sour cream, green onions and 4 strips crumbled bacon. Turn into prepared baking dish and bake 30 minutes or until bubbling.
  • Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and bacon. Bake an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Garnish, if desired, with additional chopped green onions.

LOADED GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces bacon (about 10 strips)
1 head of garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons salted butter
1/4 cup sour cream
2 cups grated sharp Cheddar
3 scallions, thinly sliced on the bias

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place a cooling rack on top of a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Spread the bacon over the cooling rack so that none of the slices are touching. Slice the top off the head of garlic so the cloves are exposed. Drizzle the exposed cloves with the olive oil and sprinkle with some salt and pepper, then wrap in aluminum foil to create a packet. Roast both until the bacon is crispy and the garlic is soft, about 30 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Put the potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a simmer and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Drain the water from the pot and transfer the potatoes to a stand mixer. Add the cream, butter, sour cream, 6 cloves of the roasted garlic and 1 3/4 cups of the Cheddar to the mixer and whip until combined and smooth. Add additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish and top with the remaining Cheddar. Crumble the bacon over the top and sprinkle with the scallions. Serve immediately.

LOADED MASHED POTATO BAKE



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These comforting and creamy mashed potatoes from the Test Kitchen will warm up guests on a cold winter evening. Loaded with all the right "stuff," this side is an instant pleaser.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound red potatoes (about 3 medium), cut into chunks
1/2 cup evaporated milk
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/3 cup real bacon bits, divided
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. , In a small bowl, beat the potatoes, milk and butter until blended. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese, 3 tablespoons bacon bits, garlic powder and salt. , Transfer to a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Top with onion and remaining bacon. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

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

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 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 (PAULA DEEN)



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I got this from her magazine and let me tell you that these are amazing!! They were made by a firefighting chef, Mike Wathen, where she visited in Alabama. Here are the adjustments I made: red potaotes, light sour cream, light cheddar cheese, and turkey bacon. I actually just fried up the bacon and then crumbled it. Hubby and kids were raving about how these were the best mashed potatoes they have ever had!

Provided by SweetsLady

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 lbs idaho potatoes, peeled and quartered
1/2 cup butter
1 head garlic, roasted
1 (12 ounce) carton sour cream
milk
1 (8 ounce) package sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
1 1/2 lbs bacon, julienned and browned
1/2 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In large stockpot, cook potatoes in enough salted water to cover until tender.
  • Drain and return to stockpot.
  • Add butter, garlic, and sourcream; beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
  • Add a little milk, if needed.
  • Stir in cheese, bacon, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Tips for Making the Best Loaded Mashed Potatoes:

  • Use high-quality potatoes: Choose starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for a smooth and creamy texture.
  • Boil the potatoes in salted water: This helps to flavor the potatoes and prevent them from becoming waterlogged.
  • Drain the potatoes thoroughly: This will help to prevent the mashed potatoes from being too watery.
  • Mash the potatoes until smooth: Use a potato masher or ricer to achieve a smooth and lump-free consistency.
  • Add butter, milk, and seasonings: Start with a small amount of butter and milk, and then add more to taste. Season the mashed potatoes with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Top with your favorite ingredients: Loaded mashed potatoes are a great way to use up leftover ingredients. Try topping them with cheese, bacon, chives, sour cream, or gravy.

Conclusion:

Loaded mashed potatoes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a special occasion or a simple weeknight meal. With a few simple tips, you can make the best loaded mashed potatoes that will impress your family and friends.

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