Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

This is quick and easy and just something more interesting than regular mashed potatoes.



3 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters
1/2 cup cream cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
8 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
1/2 bunch spring onions, sliced

Place potatoes in saucepan, and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over med-high heat. Cook until tender, then drain well.

Preheat oven to 375° degrees.

Transfer potatoes back to the saucepan. Mash until almost smooth. Add cream cheese, sour cream, butter, milk, salt and pepper. Stir in 1 cup of the cheese and the bacon. Spoon mixture evenly into a lightly oiled casserole dish.

Bake for 20 minutes. Top with remaining cheese and green onions. Bake for 5 more minutes to melt cheese. Serve immediately.