Picnic Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 to 10 medium potatoes
1 1/2 c. prepared ranch salad dressing
2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 lb. bacon (cooked and crumbled and divided)
Chopped fresh chives

Preparation

Peel and quarter potatoes;
place in a large saucepan or kettle and cover with water.
Bring to a boil;
cook until tender. Drain and transfer to a large bowl;
mash (do not add milk, butter or seasoning).
Add salad dressing and mix well.
Add cheese, salt, pepper and half of the bacon.
Spread evenly into a greased 13x9x2-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle with chives and remaining bacon.
Bake uncovered, at 350\u00b0F. for 20 minutes.