Applebee's Garlic Mashed Potatoes

By MelanieAnn

Ingredients

• 2 lbs POTATOES peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 4 cloves GARLIC, peeled
• 5 slices BACON cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 cup thinly sliced GREEN ONION
• 1/2 cup low-fat MILK warmed
• 1/2 cup low-fat SOUR CREAM
• 1 tsp SALT
• 1/4 tsp PEPPER

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from theheadlesscook.blogspot.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pot, immerse the potatoes and garlic in water

Boil until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 30 minutes

Fry the bacon in a skillet until crisp; drain on paper towels

Pour out all but 1 tsp of the bacon drippings from the pan

Add the green onions to the drippings, and sauté until soft but not brown. Return the bacon to the skillet and stir to combine

Drain the potatoes and garlic and return to the pot

Mash the potatoes with the milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Stir in the bacon and green onions