Party Potato Pave Bites with Cheese Sauce

Bahan-bahan (40 porsi)

• 5 pounds russet potatoes (about 12 total potatoes)
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt, or to taste
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 2 pounds cooked crispy bacon
• 2 1/2 - 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• Chopped chives, to top