Twice-Baked Mashed Potatoes

These double-baked mashed potatoes combine 2 favorite comfort foods for a mouthwatering side dish that goes great with chicken, BBQ ribs, or beef.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 305 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
• 3 cups shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend
• 6 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled
• 1 tablespoon bacon bits, or more to taste
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup butter, softened
• 0.5 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain and transfer potatoes to a large bowl.

Step 3

Mash potatoes with 1/4 cup butter until well combined. Beat in sour cream and cream cheese until smooth; mix in 2 cups Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese. Spread into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, and bacon bits.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, cheese is melted, and the edges are crisp, 20 to 25 minutes.