Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Indulge in ultimate comfort food with this Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole—a rich and creamy side dish that's perfect for family dinners, holiday spreads, or potlucks. Made with fluffy mashed Russet potatoes blended with butter, sour cream, and a hint of garlic, this casserole is elevated by layers of melty cheddar cheese, crispy crumbled bacon, and a sprinkle of Parmesan for extra indulgence. Baked to golden perfection and finished with fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor, this crowd-pleaser is as satisfying as it is easy to make. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this cheesy potato casserole offers hearty, homemade goodness in every bite.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 1 hr
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 4 pounds Russet potatoes
• 1 cup Butter
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
• 0.25 cup Green onions, chopped
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. Peel and chop the potatoes into evenly-sized chunks, then place them in a large pot of water. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.

3. Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

4. Add the butter, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the potatoes. Mash the potatoes until they are smooth and creamy.

5. Fold in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese and half of the crumbled bacon.

6. Spoon the mashed potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

7. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top, followed by the rest of the crumbled bacon.

8. If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it over the top as well.

9. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

10. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes.

11. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (340.7g)

Calories		650
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		42.2 g	54%
	Saturated Fat	25.9 g	129%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		118 mg	39%
Sodium		1065 mg	46%
Total Carbohydrate		52.8 g	19%
	Dietary Fiber	3.4 g	12%
	Total Sugars	5.1 g
Protein		18.4 g	37%
Vitamin D		0.7 mcg	4%
Calcium		332 mg	26%
Iron		1.7 mg	9%
Potassium		1241 mg	26%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3034 cal (57.1%%)

Protein: 586 cal (11.0%%)

Carbs: 1694 cal (31.9%%)