Baked Sweet & Savory Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Description: Dive into a culinary delight with this Baked Sweet & Savory Mashed Potatoes recipe, a crowd-pleaser sourced from the culinary treasures of Southern Living. Perfect for Thanksgiving feasts or any festive occasion, this dish promises a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave your guests craving for more! With creamy textures, savory bacon notes, and the subtle sweetness of sweet potatoes, this dish is a guaranteed hit on your dinner table.
Recipe Category: Potato
Keywords: Vegetable, Christmas, Savory, < 60 Mins, Oven
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 614
- Fat: 30.1g
- Saturated Fat: 15.6g
- Cholesterol: 69.6mg
- Sodium: 1603.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 75.1g
- Fiber: 7.1g
- Sugar: 6.8g
- Protein: 12.9g
Ingredients:
- 3 1/2 baking potatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 can sweet potatoes in syrup
- 1 package cream cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 2/3 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Additional bacon for garnish
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bring baking potatoes, 1 teaspoon of salt, and enough water to cover them to a boil in a large pot. Cook for approximately 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Once cooked, drain them well. |
| 2 | Return the cooked potatoes to the pan. Add the sweet potatoes in syrup and the cream cheese to the pan. Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes until smooth, ensuring the cream cheese is well incorporated. Stir in the cooked and crumbled bacon, sour cream, chicken broth, pepper, and the remaining 2 teaspoons of salt. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed. |
| 3 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 11×7-inch baking dish. Spoon the mashed potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. |
| 4 | Bake the mashed potatoes, uncovered, in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until heated through and slightly golden on top. |
| 5 | Once baked, remove the dish from the oven. Garnish the top of the mashed potatoes with additional crumbled bacon for an extra burst of flavor and visual appeal. |
| 6 | Serve your Baked Sweet & Savory Mashed Potatoes hot alongside your favorite main dishes, and watch as your guests delight in every creamy, savory bite. Enjoy! |
With these simple steps, you can recreate the magic of this delectable dish in your own kitchen. Whether it’s for a holiday gathering or a cozy family dinner, these Baked Sweet & Savory Mashed Potatoes are sure to be a hit!
