Creamy, cheesy, buttery mashed potatoes with crispy bacon mixed in. This is the ultimate Thanksgiving side dish and also pairs very well with a Christmas dinner spread.
Skin the potatoes using a potato peeler. Cut the potatoes into cubes. Place in a boiling pot and fill the pot with water until potatoes are covered. Boil the potatoes until they are soft and you can easily stick a fork into them. This will take about 15-20 minutes once boiling.
Fry the bacon until crispy and chop into pieces. Remove the potatoes from the water to a mixing bowl and mash using a potato masher.
Add in the milk, butter, shredded white cheddar, garlic cloves and salt and pepper. Mix until combined. Add in the bacon and mix. Garnish with chives Serve immediately with sour cream if desired.