BACON POTATO PUFF

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If you're looking for ways to use up bacon, be sure to try this hearty and satisfying side dish. This company-worthy potato dish has down-home goodness.-DeEtta Rasmussen, Fort Madison, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced
4 eggs, separated
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups warm mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towels to drain. Discard drippings. In a bowl, beat egg yolks until light, about 2 minutes. Beat in onion, mustard and pepper. Place potatoes in a bowl; fold in egg yolk mixture. set aside 2 tablespoons bacon. Fold cheese, parsley and remaining bacon into potatoes. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff; fold into potato mixture., Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with reserved bacon. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 45-50 minutes or until set and edges are golden brown. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 379mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.