Cheesy Mashed Potato Bake

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistibly creamy and cheesy mashed potato bake! Featuring fluffy russet potatoes mashed with butter, milk, and tangy sour cream, this dish is elevated with a savory blend of cheddar and parmesan cheese, a hint of garlic powder, and an optional crunchy breadcrumb topping. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this crowd-pleasing casserole is the perfect side dish for family dinners, holiday feasts, or potlucks. Garnished with fresh green onions and bursting with flavors, this cheesy mashed potato bake is easy to prepare and guaranteed to win hearts at the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.75 cups milk
• 0.5 cups sour cream
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
• 0.25 cups breadcrumbs (optional)
• 1 tablespoons olive oil (optional, for breadcrumbs)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2

Peel and cut the potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Add them to a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3

Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, milk, and sour cream, then mash until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Stir in 1.5 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Transfer the mashed potato mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

Step 7

If using breadcrumbs, toss them with olive oil in a small bowl and sprinkle over the cheesy topping for added crunch.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1905.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3350.0

Total Fat 196.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 117.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 540.0mg	0%
Sodium 6141.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 307.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 32.3g
Protein 120.3g	0%

Vitamin D 128.5IU	0%
Calcium 2653.8mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 7360.5mg	0%

*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: 50.9%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 35.3%