MASHED POTATOES WITH BACON BITS

SERVES 6-8

I created this for a visitor who was hoping to find a similar recipe from an old hotel in Pennsylvania that had closed down. It's very good and quite different from the usual mashed potatoes.

INGREDIENTS

4 pounds white potatoes, peeled and quartered

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature

1 small onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)

1 stalk celery, finely chopped

6 slices bacon, fried until crisp, drained and diced

1 cup milk (more or less)

Salt and pepper to taste

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Cook potatoes in lightly salted boiling water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain; return to pot and keep hot.

Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of the butter in a skillet. Add the onions and celery and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add onions and celery to potatoes. Add remaining butter and mash until the lumps are gone. Add milk gradually, whipping well until desired consistency. Add bacon pieces and parsley; stir well. Taste for seasoning; add salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately or reheat over low heat, stirring well and adding milk if needed. Potatoes can also be reheated in the microwave. Recipe can be made in any amount.

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