Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Loaded Mashed Potatoe Pizza

I obviously have to like anything that I cook for my family but I have a few dishes that are my absolute favorites. I could eat this every single week and not get tired of it. And it couldn't be easier... in fact, my kids usually make it while I do something else!

Number one on the list is mashed potatoes- these can be left over from a meal earlier in the week (I make a double batch on purpose), instant or homemade, cheddar or ranch or plain- it makes no difference. After that, you can use whatever your heart desires.... Here is what I use:


1 refrigerated pizza crust (you can use homemade, or a Bobali as well)
@2 cups mashed potatoes
@ 1/2 lb of bacon, chopped and cooked crisp
@ 1/2 cup onions, chopped
@ 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
sour cream for garnish


- Preheat oven to 375*
- Spread pizza crust on on greased cookie sheet or 13x11 baking pan. Bake for 5 minutes.
- Spread mashed potatoes evenly on top.

-Next sprinkle onions and bacon on top.

-Then toss on the cheese.


- Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and crust is brown.

Let cool for 5 minutes and serve. I like mine with a thin layer of sour cream on top. Add a salad and you have a quick and easy meal!