RIB SHACK COPYCAT MASHED POTATOES

Rib Shack Copycat Mashed Potatoes image

Idaho is well known for being the potato state-even our license plates say "Famous Potatoes"! This is my version of the scrumptious smashers that are served at a local barbecue joint. Everyone who tries them there begs for the recipe, which the place won't give out, so I made my own copycat version. These can be made ahead and kept warm in the slow cooker. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup 2% milk, warmed
1/2 cup spreadable garlic and herb cream cheese
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place potatoes in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to pan; gently mash potatoes while gradually adding milk, cream cheese spread and butter to reach desired consistency. Stir in remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 477mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.