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
Scale
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large shallot, sliced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 2 lbs potatoes, Russet or Maris Piper, peeled and cubed
- 2 oz diced pancetta
- 5 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup hot milk
- 2 tbsp chives, 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