Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 8 ounces bacon (or more to taste)
  • 3 pounds russet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1" cubes)
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 container (16 oz) sour cream
  • 4 teaspoons Kosher salt (divided)
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Put the potatoes into a large pot and cover with water and 2 teaspoons of the salt.
  • Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes and put them back into the pot with the butter and sour cream.
  • Mash them well and add in the remaining salt and the pepper.
  • Scoop the potatoes into a 9x13 casserole dish and top with the cheese and bacon.
  • Cook the potatoes for 5-10 minutes covered with foil, or until the cheese is fully melted.
  • Garnish with green onions before serving.