Vegetables Potatoes - make ahead

By pattyd13

Ingredients

• 3 lb. potatoes (about 9 med.) peeled & cubed
• 1 pkg (8 oz.) cream cheese; softened
• 1/2 c, sour cream
• 1/2 c. bytterm cubed
• 1/4 c. 2% milk
• 1 1/2 tsp. onion powder
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. pepper
• 6 bacon strips, chopped
• 1 c. (4 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 green onions, chopped

Preparation

Step 1

Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or util tender. Drain; mash potatoes with sour cream, cream cheese and butter. Stir in milk and seasonings.
In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towels with a slotted spoon, drain.
Transfer potato mixture to a greasedd 13x9 in. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese, onions and bacon. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 40-50 minutes or until heated through.