Cheesy Mashed Baked Potato Casserole Recipe

This incredibly creamy and cheesy mashed potato casserole, loaded with crispy bacon and fresh chives, is a crowd-pleaser guaranteed to impress! Perfect for tailgates, holiday gatherings, or any special occasion, this easy recipe tastes like it came from a gourmet restaurant. Get ready for compliments galore – you'll be making this again and again!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 260.1 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cheesy Mashed Baked Potato Casserole

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How to Make Cheesy Mashed Baked Potato Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bake 4 large russet potatoes until tender (approximately 1 hour).
  3. While potatoes bake, cook 6 slices of bacon until crispy. Crumble and set aside.
  4. Once potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel and mash them thoroughly.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup of shredded parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of butter, salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Gently fold in the crumbled bacon and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives.
  7. Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with extra chives before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

55g

Carbs

4g