Mashed Potato Casserole With Gouda and Bacon

• thick cut applewood smoked bacon↗6
• green onions↗3
• russet potatoes↗3 lbs
• sour cream↗3⁄4 cup
• whole milk↗1⁄2 cup
• butter↗1⁄4 cup
• smoked gouda cheese↗2 cups

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Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Grease 13 x 9 x2 inch pan or spray with cooking spray.

2. 2

   Cook bacon in a large heavy skillet until browned; transfer to paper towels and drain.

3. 3

   Chop bacon and place in a medium bowl.

4. 4

   Chop green onions, green parts only and add to bowl.

5. 5

   Shred the gouda cheese; set aside.

6. 6

   Peel potatoes and cook in a large pot with enough water to cover; sprinkle with salt.

7. 7

   Cover and boil with lid ajar until potatoes are fork tender, about 15-20 minutes.

8. 8

   Drain well and return potatoes to pot. Add sour cream, milk and butter.

9. 9

   Using a potato masher, mash until almost smooth.

10. 10

    Add 1 1/2 C shredded gouda cheese and 1 C bacon and onions.

11. 11

    Spread potatoes into casserole and season with salt and pepper.

12. 12

    Add remaining gouda over the top.

13. 13

    Bake at 375 F until the cheese melts, about 30 minutes.

14. 14

    Sprinkle with remaining bacon and onions and serve.