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Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole Recipe | Ultimate Comfort Food

Make this incredible Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole loaded with cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, and topped with crispy bacon. The ultimate comfort food side dish perfect for holidays and family dinners!

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
Servings: 8
Easy
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Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole Recipe | Ultimate Comfort Food

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Ingredients

  • •5 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • •8 oz Cream cheese, softened
  • •1 cup Sour cream
  • •1/2 cup Butter
  • •1/2 cup Milk
  • •2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • •1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • •to taste Salt
  • •to taste Black pepper
  • •8 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • •1/4 cup Green onions, chopped
  • •1/2 teaspoon Paprika for garnish

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  • Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed5 pounds
  • Cream cheese, softened8 oz
  • Sour cream1 cup
  • Butter1/2 cup
  • Milk1/2 cup
  • Cheddar cheese, shredded2 cups
  • Garlic powder1 teaspoon
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste
  • Bacon, cooked and crumbled8 slices
  • Green onions, chopped1/4 cup
  • Paprika for garnish1/2 teaspoon

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

  2. 2

    Place cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.

  3. 3

    Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.

  4. 4

    Drain potatoes well and return to the pot.

  5. 5

    Add butter, cream cheese, and sour cream to the hot potatoes.

  6. 6

    Mash until smooth and creamy. You can use a potato masher or electric mixer.

  7. 7

    Add milk gradually until you reach desired consistency.

  8. 8

    Stir in 1.5 cups of cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  9. 9

    Mix in half of the crumbled bacon and green onions.

  10. 10

    Transfer mashed potato mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

  11. 11

    Top with remaining cheddar cheese and bacon.

  12. 12

    Sprinkle with paprika for color.

  13. 13

    Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and casserole is heated through.

  14. 14

    Garnish with remaining green onions before serving.

  15. 15

    Serve hot as a side dish or comfort food main.

Nutrition

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Tags

#Casserole#Potatoes#Cheesy#Comfort Food#Side Dish#American#Holiday#Easy#Family Favorite

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole Recipe | Ultimate Comfort Food take to make?

This recipe takes 60 minutes total - 20 minutes for preparation and 40 minutes for cooking.

How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 8 servings.

What cuisine is Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole Recipe | Ultimate Comfort Food?

This is a American snacks recipe.

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