Bacon Scallion Mashed Potatoes

2 pounds potatoes, peeled, cut 1" cubes
4 cloves garlic, peeled
5 strip bacon, cut into 1/2" pieces
1 cup thinly sliced scallions
1/2 cup milk, warmed
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Cook potatoes and garlic in large pot with lightly salted water to cover 13-15 minutes until potatoes are fork tender.

Meanwhile, fry bacon in a nonstick skillet over medium low heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels.

Pour off all but 1-tsp. drippings. Add scallions, saute 1 minute or until soft, but not brown. Add bacon.

Drain potatoes well and return to pot. Mash, adding milk, sour cream, salt and pepper. With a wooden spoon, beat in bacon and scallions. Reheat, if necessary.

Makes 4 servings.