Description
Mashed Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, transforming simple ingredients into a creamy, cheesy delight that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Fluffy potatoes are blended with rich butter and heavy cream, layered with sharp cheddar cheese, and baked to perfection for a golden, bubbly topping. Whether for holidays or cozy family dinners, this dish promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 large Russet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks. Rinse under cold water until clear.
- Boil potatoes in a large pot of cold water over medium-high heat until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain well, return to pot, and mash until smooth.
- Stir in butter, heavy cream, sour cream; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a greased baking dish, spread half the potato mixture. Top with half the cheese, layer remaining potatoes, then sprinkle with more cheese on top.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding roasted garlic or sautéed vegetables. - To enhance texture, try mixing in crispy bacon bits or using sweet potatoes instead of Russets.