Cottage Potato Bake
Indulge in the warm, comforting layers of this Cottage Potato Bake, the ultimate side dish packed with creamy textures and savory flavors. Made with buttery mashed Russet potatoes blended with sour cream, melted cheddar cheese, and a hint of garlic, this dish is elevated by the delicious crunch of crumbled bacon and the vibrant freshness of green onions. With just 20 minutes of prep and a quick bake, it’s easy to whip up this golden, cheesy masterpiece for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner. Perfectly crispy on top and irresistibly creamy beneath, this loaded potato casserole is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone returning for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium-sized Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 6 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the potatoes and cut them into large chunks. Place the chunks in a pot of salted water and boil them for 20 minutes, or until tender.
Drain the potatoes and mash them in the same pot while still warm.
Add butter, milk, sour cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to the potatoes, and mash until creamy and smooth.
Fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, half of the green onions, and half of the crumbled bacon into the mashed potatoes.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading them out evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top of the mashed potatoes.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and garnish with the remaining green onions and crumbled bacon.
Serve warm and enjoy this hearty, comforting dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3469 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 209.6 g | 269% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.0 g | 605% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 618 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 6089 mg | 265% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 276.6 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.6 g | ||
| Protein | 141.1 g | 282% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2584 mg | 199% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 7311 mg | 156% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
