Applebee's Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Applebee's Garlic Mashed Potatoes

2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
4 cloves garlic, peeled
5 strips bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup thinly sliced scallions
1/2 cup low-fat milk, warmed
1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:
1 In a large pot, cover potatoes and garlic with lightly salted water. Boil until potatoes are fork tender.

2 Fry bacon in skillet until crisp; drain on paper towels. Pour out all but 1 teaspoon bacon grease from pan. Add scallions to grease, saute until soft, but not brown. Add bacon.

3 Drain potatoes and return to pot. Mash potatoes with milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Stir in bacon and scallions. Reheat, if necessary, before serving

Makes 4 Servings