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.
