Cheesy Mashed Potatoes With Caramelized Sage Butter

Can use cheddar, but Gouda is indescribably good.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 lbs  yukon gold baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 1/2 inch chunks (6-7 medium-sized potatoes)
• 3  tablespoons butter
• 2  tablespoons  chopped fresh sage
• 2 1⁄2 cups  shredded smoked gouda cheese or 2 1⁄2 cups cheddar cheese
• 1⁄2 cup milk, warmed
• 4  slices bacon, cooked until crisp and chopped
•  salt and pepper
•  shredded cheese, for sprinkling on top

Directions

1. Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling water until very tender, about 18 minutes. Drain in colander.
2. In the meantime, melt butter in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the 2 tablespoons sage; stir until butter begins to brown, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat then add the milk. Additional milk may be added if you like them less firm.
3. Return potatoes to pot and mash with potato masher. Stir in butter mixture and cheese until just combined. Stir in salt, pepper and bacon and mix until creamy.
4. Place in serving bowl and sprinkle with additional cheese, if desired.