The Grill Master’s Smoked & Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Looking to elevate your BBQ side game? Look no further than The Grill Master’s Loaded Mashed Potatoes — a dish that takes everything you love about classic comfort food and infuses it with bold, smoky, pitmaster-approved flavor. Forget the bland, beige mashed potatoes from the stovetop. This version is smoked low and slow, seasoned with signature rubs, and packed with bacon, roasted garlic, sharp cheese, and a creamy golden finish that hits every note.
This recipe was featured in our Fireside Flavor box and comes together with the help of three powerhouse products: Steak + Butter Seasoning by Old Southern BBQ, Tomahawk Jim’s Cracked Pepper Sweet ‘n’ Heat, and Original Golden Sauce by Golden Rule BBQ. The result is rich, garlicky, and subtly sweet with just the right peppery kick. It’s designed to pair perfectly with smoked turkey, pork loin, beef roast, or even as a stand-alone showpiece at your next backyard feast.
You start by parboiling russet potatoes, then smoke them uncovered in a grill-safe dish with butter and rubs until fork-tender. From there, they’re mashed with heavy cream, roasted garlic, and Golden Sauce for tang, then folded with crispy bacon, green onions, and parmesan. It’s the kind of side dish that makes people ask for seconds before the main course is done.
This recipe isn’t just good — it’s a reason to fire up the smoker for a side dish. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving outside or just want to impress the crew at your next cookout, these loaded mashed potatoes belong in your rotation.
