Name: Smoky Golden Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) package Buttery Golden Selects Mashed Potatoes; 3 ounces bacon bits, cooked until crispy; 1/2 cup Gouda cheese, shredded

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Smoky Golden Mashed Potatoes

Aug 28, 2025
by Adolphus Parisian
- 5.0 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

5 mins
COOK TIME

0 mins
TOTAL TIME

5 mins
SERVING

4 People
VIEWS

6

Elevate your mashed potato game with this irresistibly smoky and cheesy delight. Creamy, golden potatoes meet crispy bacon and rich Gouda for a comforting side dish that's both quick and unforgettable.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1 (4 ounce) package Buttery Golden Selects Mashed Potatoes

3 ounces bacon bits, cooked until crispy

1/2 cup Gouda cheese, shredded

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

21 g
Cholesterol

32 mg
Fiber

2 g
Protein

15 g
Saturated Fat

5 g
Sodium

1174 mg
Sugar

0 g
Fat

12 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

5 mins

Prepare the mashed potatoes according to the package directions. (Approximately 5 minutes)

02

Step

2 mins

While the potatoes are still hot, gently stir in the crispy bacon bits and shredded Gouda cheese until evenly distributed and the cheese begins to melt. (Approximately 2 minutes)

03

Step

Serve immediately and enjoy the smoky, cheesy goodness!

For an extra layer of flavor, consider using smoked Gouda cheese.
If you prefer a smoother consistency, melt the cheese separately and then fold it into the mashed potatoes.
Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh chives or parsley for added visual appeal.

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