Name: Silky Smooth Mashed Potatoes for Two
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 3 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered; 3 slices bacon, or more to taste, cooked until crisp; 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, preferably sharp; 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened; 1 tablespoon salted butter, softened; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, or more as needed

Mashed Potato

Luxurious Mashed Potatoes for Two

Aug 24, 2025
by Adrain Marks
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

25 mins
TOTAL TIME

35 mins
SERVING

2 People
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Elevate your weeknight dinner with these decadent, yet balanced, mashed potatoes. Yukon Golds are transformed into a creamy cloud, infused with smoky bacon and a hint of tangy cheese. A truly unforgettable side dish.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

3 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered

3 slices bacon, or more to taste, cooked until crisp

1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, preferably sharp

1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened

1 tablespoon salted butter, softened

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, or more as needed

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

51 g
Cholesterol

97 mg
Fiber

4 g
Protein

16 g
Saturated Fat

18 g
Sodium

509 mg
Sugar

0 g
Fat

31 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

20 mins

Place potatoes in a pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, approximately 20 minutes.

02

Step

10 mins

While potatoes are cooking, prepare the bacon. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon from skillet and drain on paper towels. Once cooled, crumble or finely chop.

03

Step

5 mins

Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly. Return them to the pot and mash with a potato masher or ricer until smooth.

04

Step

2 mins

Add Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and butter to the mashed potatoes. Stir until melted and evenly distributed.

05

Step

3 mins

Gradually add heavy cream, stirring until the potatoes reach your desired consistency. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

06

Step

1 mins

Stir in the crumbled bacon just before serving, reserving a small amount for garnish if desired.

For an even smoother texture, pass the cooked potatoes through a ricer before mashing.
Consider using different cheeses, such as Gruyere or Parmesan, to customize the flavor profile.
For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and add a pinch of smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.
The type of cream cheese can also play into the flavor. Neufchatel is a lighter substitute.

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