Paula Deen's Mashed Baked Potato Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Paula Deen's Mashed Baked Potato Casserole, a creamy, cheesy, and savory side dish that's perfect for family meals or holiday feasts. Made with fluffy mashed russet potatoes blended with butter, sour cream, and a hint of garlic, this dish is loaded with sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions for a flavor-packed experience. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this casserole is both rich and satisfying. Whether you're serving it alongside roast chicken, steaks, or enjoying it as a standalone delight, this make-ahead-friendly recipe will quickly become a crowd favorite. Ready in just an hour and yielding eight hearty servings, it's a surefire hit for dinner parties and potlucks alike.
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Ingredients
- 5 large russet potatoes
- 0.5 cup butter
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup milk
- 6 slices bacon
- 4 stalks green onions
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 2
Peel the russet potatoes, cut them into large chunks, and boil them in a large pot of salted water for 15-20 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 3
Drain the potatoes well and transfer them back to the pot.
Step 4
Add the butter, sour cream, milk, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the potatoes. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Crumble the bacon after cooking it until crispy. Chop the green onions finely.
Step 6
Stir 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, half of the crumbled bacon, and half of the chopped green onions into the mashed potatoes.
Step 7
Spread the mashed potato mixture evenly into the greased baking dish.
Step 8
Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top, followed by the remaining bacon and green onions.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 10
Serve hot and enjoy this rich and creamy casserole with your favorite main dishes!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2217.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3739.5 |
| Total Fat 205.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 116.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g | |
| Cholesterol 571.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5564.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 376.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.7g | |
| Protein 107.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 52.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1394.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 9450.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories