Green Onion And Bacon Mashed Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 large baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 2 inch pieces*
2 c (8 oz) shredded colby-Monterey Jack cheese
6 to 8 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled
4 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1/2 c sour cream
1/4 c butter, softened
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

Preparation

*You can use instant potatoes if desired.