Loaded Mashed Potato Bake

Name: Loaded Mashed Potato Bake
Ingredients: 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

8 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

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

Directions

1

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.
2

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.
3

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.