Party Potatoes

This ain't your ordinary mashed potaters. Save this recipe for special occasions. It's one of my Thanksgiving staples.

Ingredients:

1 (5 lb) bag white potatoes, peeled and boiled
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 (8 0z) carton sour cream
1 small onion, grated
1/4 cup chopped chives
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 pint unsweetened whipping cream, whipped
6 oz. Cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 lb bacon, fried, drained and crumbled (use turkey bacon if you want to make this slightly more healthy)

Directions:

-Drain potatoes, cream.
-Mix with cream cheese, butter, sour cream, onion, chives, salt and pepper.
-Spread in greased 13 x 9 inch casserole dish.
-Ice with whipped cream. Sprinkle with cheese and bacon.
-Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. If not browned on top, place under broiler.