Loaded Mashed Potatoes (paula Deen)

Total Time: 40 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 6 lbs idaho potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 head garlic, roasted
• 1 (12 ounce) carton sour cream
• milk
• 1 (8 ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 1/2 lbs bacon, julienned and browned
• 1/2 tablespoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper

Recipe

• 1 in large stockpot, cook potatoes in enough salted water to cover until tender.
• 2 drain and return to stockpot.
• 3 add butter, garlic, and sourcream; beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
• 4 add a little milk, if needed.
• 5 stir in cheese, bacon, salt, and pepper. serve immediately.
• 6 enjoy!