BACON AND SAGE MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Place the potatoes and enough broth to barely cover them in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
• Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer just until tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.
• Drain the potatoes, reserving the cooking liquid.
• Return the potatoes and 1 cup of the cooking liquid to the saucepan and, using a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon, mash until smooth.
• Add the butter and gouda and stir until incorporated and melted; do not over mix. If necessary, add more broth to attain the desired consistency but be careful not to make then too liquidy.
• Stir in the bacon, sage and salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.