Sous Vide Smashed Potatoes

 This is like a loaded twice baked potato.

SOUS VIDE SMASHED POTATOES

(serves 6-8)

Ingredients:

*2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and chopped in about 2-3 inch pieces 

*4 cloves garlic, minced

*4 tablespoons heavy cream

*1/4 cup butter, cut into pieces

*6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

*4 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks

*1 teaspoon salt

*1 teaspoon ground black pepper

*1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves (or 1 fresh sprig)

*4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Directions:

~Bring sous vide water bath to 190 degrees.

~Wash and peel 2 pounds of russet potatoes.

~Cut into about 2 to 3 inch pieces.

~Place potatoes, 4 cloves minced garlic, 4 tablespoons heavy cream, 4 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup butter, 6 slices cooked and crumbled bacon, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves (or 1 sprig) in a food saver bag.

~Remove air and seal bag.

~Place in water Baath and cook for 1 1/2 - 2 hours.

~Remove bag and place on a hard surface.

~Smash potatoes while bag is still sealed (you may want to use pot holders to do this).

~Once smashed to desired consistency, place in a oven proof pan.

~Sprinkle cheese over potatoes.

~Place under broiler until cheese has melted.