Description
Creamy Wisconsin cheddar mashed potato casserole brings comfort and warmth to family dinner tables across America. Rich layers of potato goodness combine with sharp cheese and crispy bacon for a delightful side dish you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 pounds russet potatoes
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 7 tablespoons butter
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- Water
Instructions
- Submerge potato chunks in a pot of water, bringing to a rolling boil and simmering until fork-tender, approximately 20 minutes.
- Drain potatoes thoroughly and return to the pot, incorporating butter, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, and salt. Whip until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Warm the oven to 375°F, preparing a baking vessel for the forthcoming casserole.
- Fold shredded cheddar cheese into the creamy potato mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout.
- Smoothly transfer the potato blend into a prepared baking dish, creating an even surface.
- Combine panko crumbs with melted butter, creating a crisp topping mixture.
- Generously scatter the buttered panko across the potato surface, followed by a sprinkle of additional cheddar cheese.
- Garnish with crisp bacon bits and delicate chives for enhanced flavor and visual appeal.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven, baking for 20-25 minutes until the topping transforms into a golden-brown crust and cheese melts luxuriously.
Notes
- Boost potato tenderness by cutting chunks uniformly, ensuring even cooking and smooth texture.
- Select starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for ultra-creamy mashed potatoes with perfect consistency.
- Experiment with cheese variations like Gruyère or goat cheese to create unique flavor profiles and personalize the dish.
- Make vegetarian-friendly by replacing bacon with crispy roasted mushrooms or caramelized onions for added depth and crunch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 335 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg