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Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
by Tee Bell
serves: 8
  "'This new twist on an old favorite is great for company because it makes plenty,' assures Debra Francis of Nathalie, Virginia. 'The original recipe called for baked potatoes, but boiling them is quicker.'"

Prep Time:
40 Min Cook Time:
20 Min Ready In:
1 Hr
Ingredients:
  8 Med   potatoes, peeled and cubed
  1/2 cup   sour cream
  1/3 cup   butter or margarine, softened
  1 tsp   salt
  1/4 tsp   pepper
  1 cup   shredded Cheddar chees
  2 pieces   bacon, strips cooked and crumbled
  1 tsp   minced chives
Directions:
  Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and mash. Add sour cream, butter, salt and pepper; beat until smooth and fluffy.
Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese, bacon and chives if desired. Bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees F for 20 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.