Description
Cheesy Loaded Mashed Potatoes with Crispy Shallots and Pancetta are the ultimate comfort food. Enjoy creamy mashed potatoes enriched with melted cheese and topped with crispy shallots for a delightful crunch that elevates any meal. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners!
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil (1/3 cup)
- Large shallot (1)
- Flour (2 tbsp)
- Salt (1 tsp + to taste)
- Potatoes (2 lbs, Russet or Maris Piper)
- Diced pancetta (2 oz)
- Cream cheese (5 oz)
- Cheddar cheese (1/2 cup, shredded)
- Hot milk (1/2 cup)
- Chives (2 tbsp, chopped)
Instructions
- Peel and slice the shallot; toss with flour and salt.
- Boil peeled and quartered potatoes until fork-tender.
- Crisp pancetta in a pan over medium heat, then remove and set aside.
- Fry shallots in vegetable oil until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain cooked potatoes and allow them to steam dry for a moment.
- Mash potatoes with cream cheese and half of the cheddar until smooth.
- Stir in hot milk and season with salt to taste.
- Spoon into a serving dish and top with crispy shallots, pancetta, and chives.
Notes
Feel free to substitute pancetta with bacon or turkey bacon for a different taste.
Allow cream cheese and butter to reach room temperature for better blending.
Hand-mash the potatoes for a more desired texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg