•4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced

•10-12 slices bacon, cooked, drained and crumbled

•1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, room temperature

•2 cups cheddar cheese, divided

•2/3 cup sour cream

•1/2 cup milk or half-and-half

•1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

•1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature

•1/2 teaspoon onion powder

•1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

•kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste