So you don't have a degree from Le Cordon Bleu. Or a Michelin star. Or a $47,000 stove (yes, they actually make a $47,000 stove). You can still cook Thanksgiving like a James Beard chef. No, really, ...
In a bowl stir together ranch dressing mix, pepper, salt, sour cream, onion, cheddar cheese, and bacon, and reserved potato water until thoroughly combined. Gently stir in potatoes. Transfer mixture ...