Smutty Tators
Get ready to elevate comfort food to a whole new level with Smutty Tators, an irresistibly indulgent mash-up of creamy mashed potatoes, gooey cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and smoky spices. This crowd-pleasing side dish is infused with the rich flavors of caramelized onions, smoked paprika, and garlic, creating a perfect balance of savory goodness in every bite. Finished under the broiler for that golden, bubbly cheese topping and garnished with fresh green onions, these loaded mashed potatoes offer a restaurant-quality twist on a classic. Ideal for holidays, potlucks, or an indulgent weeknight dinner, Smutty Tators are the ultimate comfort food for cheese lovers and bacon enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 6 slices Cooked crispy bacon
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 1 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cups Chopped green onions
Instructions
Peel and chop the potatoes into even, 2-inch chunks. Add them to a large pot with enough water to cover by 1 inch and 1 teaspoon of salt.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
While the potatoes cook, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Thinly slice the yellow onion and add it to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes, or until the onions caramelize to a golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
Chop the cooked crispy bacon into small pieces and set it aside.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter and mash the potatoes using a potato masher or fork until smooth.
Stir in heavy cream, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
Fold in the caramelized onions and half of the chopped bacon, saving the remaining bacon for garnish.
Preheat your oven’s broiler to high. Transfer the mashed potato mixture to a baking dish and smooth the surface. Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
Place the baking dish under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and garnish with the reserved bacon and chopped green onions.
Serve immediately and enjoy this smoky, cheesy, and utterly indulgent dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.7 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 1041 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 999 mg | 21% | |
*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.
