Loaded Mashed Potato Bowl | Fast, easy camping, hiking, backpacking meals | recipes

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories without sacrificing flavor.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork bacon

Turkey bacon is leaner and lower in fat.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides good fats.

Peel and chop potatoes into even pieces.

Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water.

Add salt to the water and bring to a boil over high heat.

Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain potatoes and return them to the pot.

Add butter, milk, and sour cream to the potatoes.

Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.

Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Fold in cream cheese for extra creaminess.

Transfer mashed potatoes to a serving bowl.

Top with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and sliced green onions.

Finish with a sprinkle of paprika and chives for garnish.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

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