"Gruyere cheese, bacon, sweet onions and herbs take smashed potatoes to a whole new level of amazing. This loaded side dish is so rich and satisfying, it could almost be eaten on its own! — Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup butter, divided
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3 large sweet onions, halved and thinly sliced
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1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
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3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
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3 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
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3-1/2 pounds medium red potatoes, halved
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1 cup 2% milk
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10 slices bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
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1 cup shredded Gruyere or white cheddar cheese
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Chopped fresh parsley, optional