Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole
This Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food side dish—creamy mashed potatoes blended with butter, sour cream, melty cheese, and crispy bacon. Finished in the oven for a bubbly, golden top, it’s perfect for holidays or any hearty dinner.
Ingredients
- 2½ lbs russet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 tsp salt
- ¾ cup milk whole or 2%
- 8 Tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 8 oz Colby Jack cheese shredded
- 8 oz bacon chopped and cooked
- 2 Tbsp chopped green onions or chives
Instructions
- Boil potatoes until tender, then drain.
- Heat milk and butter until melted; stir in sour cream.
- Mash potatoes and mix in the warm milk mixture.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with cooked bacon and shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 25 min. Uncover and bake 10 min more.
- Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/loaded-mashed-potato-casserole/
Notes
- Add extra sour cream or cream cheese for a tangier twist.
- Use cheddar or Monterey Jack for a different cheese profile.
- Can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving—perfect for meal prep or holidays.
- Leftovers reheat beautifully in the oven or microwave.