Loaded Rustic Mashed Potatoes | America's Test Kitchen

Ingredients

• 2 pounds russet potatoes, unpeeled, sliced ½ inch thick
• 3/4 teaspoon table salt, plus salt for cooking potatoes
• 4 slices bacon, cut into ½-inch pieces
• 3/4 cup half-and-half
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 ounces cheddar cheeses, shredded (½ cup)
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup minced fresh chives