Mashed Potatoes with cookies

1 pound potatoes 1 pound apples, granny smith or other tart variety 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 slices bacon cut into 1/4 inch pieces 2 each onions or one large 2[...]

6 large baking potatoes , peeled, cut crosswise into thirds (about 4 1/2 pounds) 1 garlic clove , minced very finely 1 large onion , peeled, cut in half[...]

6 large baking potatoes , peeled, cut crosswise into thirds (about 4 1/2 pounds) 1 garlic clove , minced very finely 1 large onion , peeled, cut in half[...]