Description
Mississippi Mud Potatoes are a creamy, cheesy potato casserole, perfect as a comfort food side dish. With a gooey mix of cheese and potatoes, topped with crispy bacon, this dish is a popular feature in Southern cuisine that pairs well with a variety of mains.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare a 9×13 baking pan by greasing it lightly.
- Combine Ingredients:
- In the prepared baking pan, mix together the diced potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, cooked and crumbled bacon, minced garlic, and chopped onion.
- Add Mayonnaise:
- Add the mayonnaise to the potato mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Bake:
- Place the pan in your preheated oven and bake for about 1 1/2 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
- Serve:
- Serve hot straight from the oven. Enjoy the creamy, cheesy, bacon-filled delight that is Mississippi Mud Potatoes!
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt and use low-fat cheese.
- Add jalapeños or chili flakes to introduce a spicy kick to the dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg