Bacon and Sage Mashed Potatoes

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Serves 8 people

Categories: Potatoes, Side Dish

Ingredients

  • 5 large yukon gold potatoes or 5 large russet potatoes , peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded smoked gouda cheese
  • 4 slices bacon , fried until crisp (but not black)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage

Directions

  1. Place the potatoes and enough broth to barely cover them in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.

  2. Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer just until tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.

  3. Drain the potatoes, reserving the cooking liquid.

  4. Return the potatoes and 1 cup of the cooking liquid to the saucepan and, using a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon, mash until smooth. Add the butter and gouda and stir until incorporated and melted; do not overmix.

  5. If necessary, add more broth to attain the desired consistency.

  6. Stir in the bacon, sage and salt and pepper to taste.

  7. Serve immediately.

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