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Buttermilk Bacon Blue Smashed Potatoes Recipe

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  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Buttermilk Bacon Blue Smashed Potatoes are a comforting and flavorful side dish featuring creamy Yukon Gold potatoes mashed with tangy buttermilk, melted butter, savory bacon, and sharp blue cheese. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh green onions, this recipe offers a perfect balance of richness and freshness, ideal for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 2.5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes

Dairy & Fats

  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 ounces blue cheese

Seasonings & Add-ins

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Wash the Yukon Gold potatoes thoroughly. Peel or trim off any dark spots or imperfections while leaving as much skin on as possible to add texture and nutrients.
  2. Cook the Potatoes: Cut the potatoes into evenly sized cubes and place them in a large stock pot. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Drain and Heat: Drain the cooked potatoes well and return them to the pot. Place the pot over low heat to help evaporate any excess moisture, ensuring creamy mashed potatoes.
  4. Add Butter and Buttermilk: Add the unsalted butter and buttermilk to the hot potatoes. Using a potato masher, mash the mixture to your desired consistency — smooth with some lumps for texture is ideal.
  5. Season and Incorporate Cheese and Bacon: Mash in the salt and pepper, then fold in the blue cheese and crumbled bacon, saving a small amount of bacon and cheese for topping if desired.
  6. Final Seasoning and Garnish: Taste the smashed potatoes and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve topped with the reserved bacon and cheese along with a generous sprinkle of sliced green onions for freshness and color.

Notes

  • For extra creaminess, warm the buttermilk slightly before adding to potatoes.
  • You can swap blue cheese for feta or goat cheese for a milder flavor.
  • Use smoked bacon for a stronger smoky flavor.
  • These potatoes can be made a few hours ahead and gently reheated on the stovetop or in a warm oven.
  • Keep some potato skins on for added texture and nutrients.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 1 cup)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Find it online: https://piesbypaula.com/buttermilk-bacon-blue-smashed-potatoes-recipe/