Smashed Loaded Potatoes (Low Fat)

We love all the flavors of a loaded baked potato, but not the fat. So I turned that into a low fat smashed (or mashed, if you like) potato side dish. Portions are filling, and are approximately 5.5 grams of fat per person, including the bacon pieces.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 8  yellow new potatoes (about 3/4 pound)
• 1  teaspoon  Smart Balance light butter spread or 1  teaspoon  any other light tub margarine
• 3  tablespoons nonfat milk
• 1⁄2 cup nonfat sour cream or 1⁄2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
• 2  tablespoons bacon bits or 2  tablespoons  veggie bacon bits
• 1  tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Microwave potatoes until fork tender (you could also steam or boil the potatoes as well).
2. With a masher, smash potatoes a little (I leave the skins on, but feel free to remove them, if you like). Add light butter, and smash a little more. Be careful not to overmix, or potatoes will become glue-y.
3. Add milk and stir or mash into potatoes. Stir in sour cream, bacon bits and chives. Add salt and pepper, if desired.
4. Rewarm for about 45 seconds in the microwave, and serve.