Mashed Potatoes with Ham - With fruit

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[...]

5 lbs russet potatoes or 5 lbs yukon gold potatoes 8 ounces bacon (About 10 Slices) 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese , room temperature 1/2 cup unsalted[...]

3 tablespoons fresh cilantro , finely chopped 2 tablespoons shallots , finely chopped 2 tablespoons butter , softened 4 teaspoons fresh lime juice 1 1/2[...]