2 lbs. small red potatoes
Salt
1 packet dry Ranch salad dressing/dip mix
1/2 cup butter
1 cup milk or heavy cream
1 brick cream cheese
3 slices crisped bacon (optional)
Do not peel the potatoes (but do wash them well). Chop potatoes into small chunks & drop into a large pan of water. Salt the potatoes when the water begins to boil. Cook just until potatoes are tender and can be stabbed with a fork.
Drain & place in a large bowl (I use my stand mixer). Add butter & milk or cream. Smash with hand smasher, or use electric mixer. Add cream cheese, bacon & ranch mix.
Beat until smooth. You can add more cream to get your desired consistency.
Serve warm.
