Loaded Mashed Potatoes

< Loaded Mashed Potatoes[/caption]This favorite recipe is a delicious variation of plain mashed potatoes. It can easily be made ahead and reheated. Beats that last minute mashing!

Ingredients

• 4 pounds medium baking potatoes
• 1 cup milk
• 12 ounce container (1 1/2 cups) French onion dip
• 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup Asiago cheese
• 1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon

Directions
Peel potatoes and cut into eighths. Place in large saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until tender. Drain and return to saucepan. Using a potato masher, mash potatoes with milk. Blend in dip, salt and pepper. Place potato mixture in shallow 2 quart baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and bacon. Heat @ 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until hot.