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Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

Indulgent Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole for Cozy Nights

This Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole is a comforting side dish filled with creamy mashed potatoes, crispy bacon, and a blend of cheeses, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 8 slices Bacon thick-cut
  • 3 pounds Russet Potatoes
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese you can use sour cream as an alternative
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or half-and-half for richness
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter use salted if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust if using regular table salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Havarti Cheese can substitute with Monterey Jack or Gouda
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese blend sharp and mild for flavor variety
  • ½ cup Green Onions or chives for milder flavor

Equipment

  • 8x8 baking dish
  • sauté pan
  • Large pot
  • Handheld Mixer
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 baking dish.
  2. Cook thick-cut bacon in a sauté pan over medium heat until crispy, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  3. Peel and cube russet potatoes and boil in salted water until fork-tender, around 20 minutes.
  4. Mix the warm potatoes with cream cheese, whole milk, unsalted butter, kosher salt, and black pepper until just combined.
  5. Fold in Havarti cheese, half of the cheddar cheese, half of the crispy bacon, and two-thirds of the green onions.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil, top with remaining cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions, and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared ahead of time, and leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to three days. Freeze uncooked casseroles tightly for longer storage.

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