Description
Mississippi Mud Potatoes is a creamy, cheesy, and savory potato casserole loaded with crispy bacon, melted cheddar, and a rich, tangy sauce. Baked to golden perfection, this comforting side dish is perfect for family dinners, BBQs, holidays, and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Russet, Yukon Gold, or Red potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack, Mozzarella)
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- ¾ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional, for smoky flavor)
- ¼ cup chopped chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and dice the potatoes into ½-inch cubes. Rinse with cold water to remove excess starch for a firmer texture.
- Cook the Bacon: In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine diced potatoes, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, green onions, garlic, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir well to evenly coat.
- Bake the Dish: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 45 minutes.
- Finish Baking: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with fresh chives and serve hot!
Notes
- For extra crunch, top with crushed potato chips or crispy fried onions before the final bake.
- Make-ahead option: Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven for the best texture.
- Vegetarian version: Swap bacon for sautéed mushrooms or smoked paprika for a similar depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: ~400
- Sugar: ~2g
- Sodium: ~700mg
- Fat: ~25g
- Saturated Fat: ~10g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~12g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~35g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Protein: ~12g
- Cholesterol: ~40mg
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