Description
This Poutine Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and savory baked potato side dish featuring mashed potatoes mixed with sour cream, butter, milk, and packed with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions. It’s a comforting and flavorful casserole perfect for family dinners and holiday meals.
Ingredients
Mashed Potato Mixture
- 4 cups mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled, divided
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Mix Potato Base: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with sour cream, milk, butter, salt, and pepper. Stir well to create a creamy and seasoned mash base.
- Add Cheese and Bacon: Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese and half of the crumbled bacon evenly into the potato mixture for a rich, smoky flavor inside the casserole.
- Assemble Casserole: Spread the potato mixture evenly into a baking dish. This will be the base layer of your casserole.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining cheese and bacon evenly on top of the potato mixture for a golden, melty, and crispy topping after baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until the casserole is heated through and the cheese topping is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with the sliced green onions. Serve warm as a hearty and flavorful side dish.
Notes
- This recipe is excellent for using leftover mashed potatoes, reducing waste and saving prep time.
- You can substitute bacon with turkey bacon or a vegetarian bacon alternative for different dietary preferences.
- Adjust the amount of cheese and bacon to taste depending on your preference for richness and saltiness.
- To make it spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the potato mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American