Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and, of course, delicious food. What would Thanksgiving dinner be without mashed potatoes? This classic dish is a must-have at any holiday gathering. But who says mashed potatoes have to be boring? This article offers a collection of loaded mashed potato recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
From classic mashed potatoes with gravy to more creative takes on the dish, such as mashed potatoes with bacon, mashed potatoes with roasted garlic, mashed potatoes with cheese, and mashed potatoes with sour cream and chives, there's something for everyone in this collection. Whether you're looking for a simple side dish or a show-stopping main course, these loaded mashed potato recipes have you covered.
So gather your ingredients and get ready to make some of the best mashed potatoes you've ever tasted. Your family and friends will thank you!
LOADED MASHED POTATOES
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
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
THANKSGIVING MASHED POTATOES - LOADED!
A friend brought over a pan of these, along with some meatballs & gravy, when we came home from the hospital with our second son who was born on Thanksgiving Day (1991). Since then these have become a "tradition" at our Thanksgiving feast. The great thing about these potatoes is that they can be made as much as a week ahead of time, then just need to be popped in the oven or microwave to be zapped at the last minute (while the turkey is "resting" and being carved). You can work on the gravy--and NOT worry about also mashing the spuds!!!
Provided by Debber
Categories Potato
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 huge bowl, 10-15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Quarter the spuds, cook in salted water until tender (25-30 min?), drain well, and mash.
- Add remaining ingredients, mixing well (I use my KitchenAid mixer).
- Butter a large casserole dish, spoon spuds into the pan, smoothing off the top.
- Bake at 350 for 30-45 minutes OR zap in the microwave until heated through.
- WARNING: Taste-testing is addictive!
- SERVE: Stir, then spoon into a lovely LARGE bowl, add a dollop of butter at the top of the mountain.
- Prepare extra copies of the recipe--someone will ask for it!
- Prep time refers to peeling spuds & other prep work AND boiling potatoes.
- Cooking time refers to the time needed to REHEAT in an oven (not microwave) at serving time.
LOADED MASHED POTATO-STUFFED BISCUITS
Two favorite side dishes-mashed potatoes and biscuits-make a terrific combination in this easy-prep recipe that uses Bisquick and ready-to-make mashed potato mix.
Provided by By Stephanie Wise
Categories Side Dish
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease or spray bottom and side of 9-inch round cake pan.
- In large bowl, mix Original Bisquick® mix, milk, 1/2 cup of the crumbled bacon, 1/4 cup of the green onions and the garlic powder until smooth soft dough forms.
- On surface lightly sprinkled with Bisquick mix, pat dough 1/2 inch thick. Use round biscuit cutter to cut dough into 16 (3-inch) biscuits.
- On 8 of the biscuits, spoon a heaping tablespoon of the mashed potatoes and a tablespoon of the crumbled bacon onto the centers (you may not use all the potatoes). Top with another biscuit; pinch edges to seal. Transfer to cake pan. Arrange biscuits evenly in pan, with 1 biscuit in the center and 7 surrounding it. Sprinkle tops and sides of biscuits with 3/4 cup of the shredded Cheddar cheese.
- Bake biscuits about 20 minutes or until golden brown on top and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese and the mozzarella cheese on top of biscuits. Bake about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Top with remaining green onions and crumbled bacon.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
Tips:
- Use Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes: These are the best potatoes for mashed potatoes because they are starchy and have a smooth texture.
- Boil Potatoes with Skins On: This helps retain the nutrients and flavor of the potatoes.
- Drain Potatoes Thoroughly: This will prevent the mashed potatoes from being watery.
- Use a Potato Ricer or Food Mill: This will give you the smoothest mashed potatoes.
- Butter and Milk: For creamy mashed potatoes, use unsalted butter and whole milk.
- Don't Overmix: Overmixing can make the mashed potatoes gluey.
- Season to Taste: Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Garnish: Top the mashed potatoes with chopped chives, parsley, or green onions.
Conclusion:
These loaded mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving feast. They are creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. Plus, they are easy to make and can be tailored to your liking. So whether you like your mashed potatoes simple or loaded, this recipe has you covered.
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