Description
Indulge in this creamy and flavorful Mashed Potato Casserole that’s loaded with cheese, bacon, and green onions. The perfect side dish for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Mixture:
- 4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Cook potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and mash.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix in sour cream, cream cheese, butter, milk, seasonings, half of cheese, bacon, and green onions.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread mixture in a greased dish. Top with remaining cheese and bacon.
- Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) until heated through and cheese melts.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with remaining green onions before serving.
Notes
- You can prepare this casserole ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 2 days before baking.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon or use plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
