Description
Mississippi Mud Potatoes combine creamy, cheesy goodness with crispy bacon and tangy ranch seasoning. Comfort food enthusiasts will savor this indulgent side dish that brings Southern charm to any meal you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 cup bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 3 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup onion (chopped)
Binding Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 325°F and lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish to ensure smooth potato release.
- Combine diced potatoes with shredded cheddar, crispy bacon bits, aromatic garlic, and diced onions in the prepared pan, creating a flavor-packed base.
- Thoroughly coat the potato mixture with mayonnaise, ensuring each ingredient is evenly distributed for consistent taste and texture.
- Carefully transfer the pan to the preheated oven, allowing the potatoes to roast and develop a rich golden crust while becoming tender and creamy.
- Bake for approximately 1.5 hours, monitoring the surface to achieve a perfectly bronzed top and ensuring potatoes are soft throughout.
- Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld and settle.
- Serve immediately while hot, presenting a luxurious side dish that showcases the delectable combination of cheese, bacon, and perfectly roasted potatoes.
Notes
- Customize the spice level by adding red pepper flakes or cayenne for a kick of heat that’ll wake up your taste buds.
- Make this dish vegetarian-friendly by swapping bacon with smoked paprika or crispy plant-based bacon alternatives to maintain that smoky flavor profile.
- Cut preparation time by using pre-cooked bacon or rotisserie chicken bits, perfect for busy weeknights when you want maximum flavor with minimal effort.
- Enhance potato texture by parboiling them briefly before mixing with other ingredients, ensuring a creamy interior and crispy exterior that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 417 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg