Mashed Potato Casserole With Gouda And Bacon - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 slices thick cut applewood smoked bacon
3 green onions
3 lbs russet potatoes
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 cup butter
2 cups smoked gouda cheese, divided

Preparation

Grease 13 x 9 x2 inch pan or spray with cooking spray.
Cook bacon in a large heavy skillet until browned; transfer to paper towels and drain.
Chop bacon and place in a medium bowl.
Chop green onions, green parts only and add to bowl.
Shred the gouda cheese; set aside.
Peel potatoes and cook in a large pot with enough water to cover; sprinkle with salt.
Cover and boil with lid ajar until potatoes are fork tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Drain well and return potatoes to pot. Add sour cream, milk and butter.
Using a potato masher, mash until almost smooth.
Add 1 1/2 C shredded gouda cheese and 1 C bacon and onions.
Spread potatoes into casserole and season with salt and pepper.
Add remaining gouda over the top.
Bake at 375 F until the cheese melts, about 30 minutes.
Sprinkle with remaining bacon and onions and serve.