Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

By acarter

Ingredients

• 8 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
• 1 teaspoon minced chives

Preparation

Step 1

1.Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and mash. Add sour cream, butter, salt and pepper; beat until smooth and fluffy.
2.Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese, bacon and chives if desired. Bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees F for 20 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.