Mississippi Mud Potatoes

A spoonful of cheesy baked potato casserole with bacon and herbs lifted from a baking dish.

Mississippi Mud Potatoes

Cheesy, creamy, and loaded with crispy bacon, these Mississippi Mud Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food! Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or a hearty side dish.

Course Side

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Servings

Calories 674kcal

Author Kylee Ayotte

Ingredients

6 medium potatoes peeled and diced
1 pound bacon cooked and crumbled
1 small onion diced
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup butter melted
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Get prepped: Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized cubes. Dice the onion. Shred the cheese.
6 medium potatoes
Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble.
1 pound bacon
Add the diced potatoes to a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 5-8 minutes, until just fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced onions in a little of the bacon grease until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
1 small onion
Mix everything together: In a large bowl, combine the drained potatoes, crumbled bacon (reserve some for topping), sautéed onions, shredded cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, melted butter, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is well coated.
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup sour cream, ½ cup mayonnaise, ½ cup butter, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper
Bake: Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the reserved bacon on top. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and continue cooking, until the top is bubbly and golden.
Serve: Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Be sure to grease your casserole dish.
Don't skip covering the casserole for the first 30 minutes. We're cooking the casserole first, then removing the foil to brown the top.
For extra crunch, add crushed Ritz crackers or French fried onions on top before baking.
Want a spicy kick? Add some diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce!
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving so the flavors meld together.

How to Store Leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Reheating Tips

Oven: Spread potatoes in a greased baking dish, cover with foil, and bake at 350°F for about 15 to 20 minutes until hot.

Stovetop: Warm a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat, add a splash of milk or broth, cover, and stir every couple of minutes until the potatoes are steamy and creamy again, about 8 minutes.

Microwave: Heat individual portions for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring halfway.

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