Smoked Mashed Potato On A Traeger
Charlie
This Traeger mashed potato recipe is a sure winner. Its buttery, cheesy, smoky and topped with crispy bacon!
Prep Time 45 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 45 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 serves
Calories 401 kcal
- 2.2 lbs Yukon Potatoes no russet potatoes or a sweet potato variety
- 1/2 cups Heavy cream
- 3 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Kosher salt & black pepper
- 2 slices bacon diced
- 1/2 cup Cheddar
- 1/3 cup Sour cream
- 3 whole Scallions/green onions
Step 1 – Fry the Bacon Off
Step 2- Cook the Potatoes
Dice up potatoes and place into a pot filled with cold salted water (2 tbsp salt).
Bring to boil for 15-20 minutes until fork tender.
Strain, and place back into the pot.
Step 3 – Mash the Potatoes
Step 4 – Add Seasonings
Add heavy cream, butter, and 1/2 tsp salt to the pot and continue mashing until no lumps, and smooth consistency.
Stir in some green onions into the mash, about 1/4 cup.
Step 5 – Prepare the Mash
Step 6 – Smoke the Potatoes
Smoke at 275°F -300°F for 1 hour until cheese is golden brown.
Serve with sour cream, bacon bits, green onions, and more cheese.
Keyword smoked mashed potato