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Mashed Potato Casserole

Mashed Potato Casserole

Enjoy the creamy comfort of Mashed Potato Casserole, perfect for gatherings and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: DINNER PLATES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Mashed Potatoes
  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter can use salted
  • 1 cup sour cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 8 ounces cream cheese can use low-fat cream cheese
  • 1 cup whole milk almond milk for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or use fresh minced garlic
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper can use white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves optional, can use rosemary
Topping
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese can use a blend of cheeses

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Boil the chopped Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot of salted water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and let steam escape.
  3. Return the potatoes to the warm pot. Add in the butter, cream cheese, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
  4. Fold in ¾ cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, combining gently.
  5. Transfer the creamy mashed potatoes to your prepared baking dish. Spread evenly and create textured ridges on top.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden and bubbling.
  8. Garnish with fresh thyme before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Add crispy bacon bits before serving for extra flavor and crunch.

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