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Easy Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

Easy Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

This is the perfect make-ahead Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole for the holidays or any get-together!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8 SERVINGS
Calories: 501kcal
Author: Katherine - Yummfully

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Potato masher or fork
  • 2 quart baking dish
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ lb Russet potatoes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 stick unsalted butter (½ cup or 8 tbsp)
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 8 oz crumbled, cooked bacon, or ⅓ cup real bacon bits
  • 2 cups Colby Jack cheese, freshly shredded
  • 3 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F and spray a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Peel, dice the potatoes and place them in a large pot. Add enough water to cover and 1 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are soft enough to pierce with a fork. Drain and return the potatoes to the pot.
  • Add the butter and mash them using a potato masher or fork until you reach the desired consistency. Some people like their mashed potatoes smooth and some like some texture.
  • Stir in the half and half and season with pepper and more salt if needed.
  • Spoon the mashed potatoes into the prepared baking dish, top with the shredded cheese and chopped bacon, and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Serve with freshly sliced green onions on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 501kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 1166mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg