Ultimate Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole
Make this creamy, cheesy mashed potato casserole loaded with bacon and green onions. It is a comforting side dish perfect for holidays or family dinners and can be prepared ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 45 min
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 cup whole milk
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus 1/2 cup for topping
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Place the peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot. Cover with water and add 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes well and return them to the hot pot. Let them sit for 2 minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
- Add the milk and butter to the potatoes. Mash until smooth.
- Add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is fully combined and creamy. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the crumbled bacon and most of the sliced green onions, reserving some for garnish.
- Spread the mashed potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese topping is bubbly and lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with the remaining green onions, and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- To make this a make-ahead dish, assemble the casserole completely, cover it tightly with foil, and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Add 10 to 15 minutes to the baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.
- For extra flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder to the potato mixture.
- You can substitute turkey bacon for regular bacon if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 65