Bacon and Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 2  applewood-smoked bacon cooked finely chopped
• 2.5 pounds baking potato peeled coarsely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
• 0.5 cup milk fat-free
• 0.3 cup green onions sliced
• 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
• 2 ounces cheddar cheese shredded extra-sharp
• 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream fat-free sour

Equipment

• frying pan
• sauce pan
• potato masher

Directions

1. Place potato in a large saucepan; cover with cold water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes or until tender.
2. Drain well; return potato to pan over medium-low heat.
3. Add milk; mash potato mixture with a potato masher to desired consistency. Cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring constantly.
4. Remove from heat.
5. Add cheese, and stir until cheese melts. Stir in sour cream, pepper, and salt. Top with green onions and bacon.