Creamy Bacon and Onion Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Creamy Bacon and Onion Mashed Potatoes, a decadent side dish that’s perfect for family dinners or festive celebrations. This recipe elevates traditional mashed potatoes with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and a luscious blend of heavy cream and butter for an ultra-smooth and flavorful mash. The addition of garlic-infused onion drippings enhances every bite with aromatic richness, while a sprinkle of fresh chives adds a pop of color and freshness. Easy to prepare in under an hour and serving up to six, this dish is a crowd-pleasing pairing for roasted meats, poultry, or even on its own. Whether you’re hosting a holiday feast or satisfying a weeknight craving, these mashed potatoes are sure to become a favorite.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 6 slices Bacon
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Chives (optional, chopped)
Instructions
Peel and dice the potatoes into 2-inch cubes, then rinse them under cold water.
Place the diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a generous pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on paper towels to drain, then chop into small pieces.
In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the olive oil and sliced onion. Cook over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are caramelized. Add the minced garlic during the last 2 minutes of cooking and stir well. Remove from heat and set aside.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter and heavy cream, then mash the potatoes until smooth. You can adjust the consistency by adding more heavy cream if needed.
Stir in the caramelized onions, minced garlic, chopped bacon, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped chives, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.0 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.0 g | 420% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 412 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 3387 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 216.9 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 45.1 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 5584 mg | 119% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
