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Baked Smashed Potatoes. A twist on a classic Thanksgiving side dish.

November 9, 2012 26 Comments

Yes, yes.  I know that veggies are very good for me, but I just am not a big veggie fan.  (I make up for it in other ways.)  However, I do love me some potatoes…  With Thanksgiving coming up, I wanted to put a little spin on regular mashed potatoes by making some Baked Smashed Potatoes.

While we like mashed potatoes and gravy as much as the next guys, my family also loves baked potatoes with all the fixin’s.  (Grant especially… I’ve seen that kid eat his weight in loaded baked potatoes!)

This is yummy, satisfying and easier than traditional mashed potatoes.  Here’s what you’ll need:

One of the things I really like about this dish is that you can eyeball everything.  All amounts can be added according to your tastes.  Simple!  More salt?  Less salt?  It’s up to you!  Don’t like green onions on your baked potatoes?  Leave ’em out.  It’s totally up to you.  Anyway, here’s what you need to do.

I usually figure on 2 to 3 medium sized per person.  (I have boys, remember…)  Wash the potatoes, and poke them in several places with a fork or knife.  Put them on a baking sheet, spray the potatoes and sprinkle with kosher salt.

Pop those babies into a 350 degree oven for about 45 minutes, or an hour or so.
While they’re baking, dice and fry the bacon.  I always cook bacon over a medium – low heat… that way the fat renders off slowly and gets nice and crispy.  mmmm.  Bacon.

When the potatoes are done baking, give them a very rough chop and put them in a large bowl.

Once the potatoes are in the bowl, add in the Country Crock spread, sour cream, fresh pepper (as much or as little as you want!) and the garlic powder. Use a potato masher to sort of mash/mix/smoosh it all together.  Country Crock is nice for this because it doesn’t have hydrogenated oils or trans fat in it.  This particular kind has added calcium too.  You might be wondering why I even care about health in a dish laden with cheese and bacon….  Um, for the very reason that it’s full of cheese and bacon.  Wherever you can fit in a healthier choice, I say do it!

Speaking of cheese and bacon.  Now’s the time to add it.

Do not use the masher to incorporate these ingredients into the potatoes.  You want them kind of chunky and, well, smashed.  Use a spoon to kind of fold it all together.

Give it a taste.  This is where you should be adding more sour cream and Country Crock if you’d like it a little creamier.  How’s the salt and pepper?  Tweak what you need to, then get out of the way….  they will knock you down trying to get to these potatoes.

It’s a little scoop of Thanksgiving comfort.  For more Thanksgiving side dish ideas, be sure to check out The Crock Country Chronicle for recipes.  You can also follow the Country Crock Thanksgiving Vegetable Side Dish pin board to see recipes from some of your favorite bloggers.

Thank you to Country Crock for being a sponsor. I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls Collective. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Filed Under: food, recipes, Side Dish, Thanksgiving

Comments

  1. Cara says

    November 9, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    Oh my word those look divine! These potatoes are definitely going on the menu for next week. Another veggie dish we love is new potatoes and green beans together with a little bacon thrown in. Simple, filling and yummy!

    Reply
  2. Janette Johanson says

    November 9, 2012 at 4:16 PM

    All you had to do was say STARCH and I’d come running. I love their potatoes and mac n’cheese– we use them for a quick meal add-on all the time!!
    Hope you feel better soon toots!

    Reply
  3. Hi I'm Shannon! says

    November 9, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    I am pretty sure my hubby would love me more if I made that roasted cauliflower!

    PS-feel better :)))

    Reply
  4. Natalie G says

    November 9, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    The roasted cauliflower!

    Reply
  5. Michele {The Scrap Shoppe} says

    November 9, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    Your potatoes look divine, Viv!

    I would love to try to the make the roasted squash. Yum!

    Reply
  6. Unknown says

    November 9, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    Why the mashed potatoes of course!!

    Reply
  7. Tina S. says

    November 9, 2012 at 9:23 PM

    I love all things squash so I think the Baked Spiced Squash sounds amazing!

    Reply
  8. Carolyn says

    November 9, 2012 at 10:07 PM

    I’ve got to go with the cornbread. Mmmmm.

    Reply
  9. Ginger Walls says

    November 10, 2012 at 1:41 AM

    I agree – the cornbread! Yum!

    Ginger

    Literally Inspired

    Reply
  10. jennysfriend says

    November 10, 2012 at 1:52 AM

    Potatoes look delish! I will have to try the roasted cauliflower recipe!

    Reply
  11. Amy Anderson says

    November 10, 2012 at 1:53 AM

    They all look good but I’m into sweet potatoes right now 😀

    Reply
  12. Sara @ Mom Endeavors says

    November 10, 2012 at 5:39 AM

    That sounds delicious!!!!

    Reply
  13. SueAnn Lommler says

    November 10, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    Those potatoes sound fabulous. I will definitely try them.
    Hugs
    SueAnn

    Reply
  14. Julie says

    November 10, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    http://www.countrycrock.com/recipes/detail/12684/1/cranberry-orange-spiced-green-beans thanks
    aunteegem@yahoo.com

    Reply
  15. Heidi @ Moms Crafty Space says

    November 10, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    Yum! I’m always in charge of bringing green beans to Thanksgiving, so I’m kind of diggin’ the spiced cranberry orange green bean recipe on the Country Crock site. 🙂

    Reply
  16. malia says

    November 11, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    cinnamon roasted sweet potatos!

    Reply
  17. Unknown says

    November 11, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    Spoonable corn bread looks great!

    Reply
  18. Heather SettingforFour says

    November 11, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    Your potatoes look so delish! Cheese and bacon…does it get any better? The cornbread looks so yummy too!

    Reply
  19. Steph @ Crafting in the Rain says

    November 11, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    I recently tried roasted cauliflower and discovered I love it!

    Reply
  20. Ellen says

    November 11, 2012 at 10:30 PM

    Baked spiced squash – sounds yummy!

    Reply
  21. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon says

    November 11, 2012 at 10:38 PM

    cornbread looks yummy!!!!

    Reply
  22. Christian271 says

    November 11, 2012 at 10:44 PM

    The Roasted Cauliflower looks AMAZING!

    Reply
  23. Lori @ applegrovetreasures says

    November 12, 2012 at 9:27 PM

    Love Roasted Cauliflower!!!

    Reply
  24. Lori @ applegrovetreasures says

    November 12, 2012 at 9:27 PM

    Love Roasted Cauliflower!!!

    Reply
  25. Kimberly @ A Night Owl says

    November 13, 2012 at 3:29 AM

    I’m all about a good cornbread! Easiest Ever Spoonable Corn Bread

    Reply

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