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Wholesome Mashed Potato Casserole

A comforting and wholesome mashed potato casserole, loaded with cheese and bacon, perfect as a side or main dish for any meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 364 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Potato Masher
  • Casserole Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds russet potatoes peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 1.5 teaspoons fine sea salt divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup warm half and half (or milk for a lighter option)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 0.25 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt for a healthier twist)
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.33 cup crispy bacon chopped
  • 2 fresh green onions thinly sliced
  • Fresh parsley chopped (optional, for a vibrant garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Get Ready: Preheat your oven to a cozy 375°F. Lightly grease your casserole dish to prevent sticking.
  • Cook Your Potatoes: In a large pot, bring plenty of water to a rolling boil. Add your peeled and cubed potatoes along with 1 teaspoon of salt. Let them simmer until they're perfectly fork-tender, which usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
  • Mash Away: Carefully drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the same pot or a big mixing bowl. Grab your potato masher and gently mash them until they're lovely and smooth.
  • Cream It Up: Now, add the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt, fresh black pepper, warm half and half, softened butter, and sour cream to your mashed potatoes. Stir everything together until it's wonderfully creamy and well combined.
  • Assemble Your Casserole: Spread your creamy mashed potatoes evenly into the prepared casserole dish. Then, generously sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, followed by the delicious chopped bacon.
  • Bake to Golden Perfection: Pop your casserole into the preheated oven. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is beautifully melted and bubbly, with golden-brown edges.
  • Garnish and Serve: Once baked, carefully remove the casserole from the oven. Finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh green onions and optional chopped parsley for a burst of flavor and color.
  • Enjoy: Let your delightful loaded mashed potato casserole cool for a few minutes before diving in. It’s perfect for any meal!

Notes

Let your delightful loaded mashed potato casserole cool for a few minutes before diving in. It’s perfect for any meal!
Nutrition per serving:
  • Calories: 364kcal
  • Total Carbs: 33g (Net Carbs: 31g)
  • Fats: 22g
  • Protein: 9g
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