Categories: Sides

Ingredients

• 2 lbs medium russet potatoes
• Kosher salt
• 1 cup milk
• 4 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• Crumbled cooked bacon and sliced scallions, for topping

Directions

1. Put the potatoes in a large pot; cover with cold water and season with salt. Bring to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 45 minutes; drain. Let cool slightly, then peel and return to the pot.

2. Heat the milk and butter in a small saucepan. Add to the potatoes and mash with a potato masher; stir in the cheese and season with salt. Transfer to a bowl and top with bacon and scallions.

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