Ultimate Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole
This recipe creates a creamy, cheesy mashed potato casserole loaded with bacon and green onions. It is an easy, comforting side dish perfect for holidays or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Total Time: 50 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, warmed
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus 1/2 cup for topping
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
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 and cover with cold, salted water. 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. Mash the potatoes thoroughly until smooth.
- Add the warm milk, butter, cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the crumbled bacon and chopped green onions.
- Spread the potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese topping is bubbly and lightly golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a make-ahead option, assemble the casserole completely, cover it tightly, and refrigerate for up to 2 days. When ready to bake, add 10 to 15 minutes to the covered baking time before uncovering and finishing as directed.
- You can substitute turkey bacon for regular bacon if desired.
- For extra richness, use heavy cream instead of whole milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 17
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 75