Mashed Potatoes with Bacon & Cheddar

5 lb russet potatoes
10 sli bacon
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
0.5 c unsalted butter, melted
1 c sour cream
0.25 c chives, minced
2.5 c cheddar cheese, grated
2 t kosher salt
0.5 t pepper

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