Description
Mississippi mud potatoes combine creamy russet potatoes with a rich blend of cheesy, bacon-studded goodness. Home cooks appreciate this hearty side dish that brings Southern comfort to dinner tables with irresistible flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6–7 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 package (1 lb/454 g) bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups (480 ml/16 oz) cheddar cheese, grated
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 cup green onions, thinly sliced
Binding Ingredient:
- 1 cup (240 ml/8 oz) mayonnaise
Instructions
- Carefully prepare a workspace with all necessary ingredients and tools, ensuring a clean, organized cooking environment.
- Thoroughly wash and peel potatoes, cutting them into uniform, bite-sized cubes to promote even cooking and consistent texture.
- Crisp bacon in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and perfectly crunchy, then drain on paper towels and crumble into small, delicate pieces.
- Whisk mayonnaise in a spacious mixing bowl, creating a smooth base for coating the potato mixture with rich, creamy flavor.
- Gently fold diced potatoes into the mayonnaise, ensuring each potato chunk is completely and evenly covered with the creamy mixture.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, garlic salt, and freshly chopped green onions into the potato mixture, stirring gently to distribute ingredients uniformly.
- Transfer the seasoned potato blend into a 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading the mixture evenly to create a consistent layer for optimal cooking.
- Place the baking dish in a preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) and bake for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until potatoes become tender and the top develops a golden, crispy crust.
- Remove from the oven and allow the dish to rest for 5-10 minutes, enabling flavors to meld and the casserole to set before serving.
- Garnish with additional green onions if desired, and serve hot as a delectable side dish that promises to delight any crowd.
Notes
- Customize Bacon Options: Swap regular bacon with turkey bacon or plant-based bacon alternatives for different dietary preferences or health considerations.
- Enhance Dairy-Free Version: Replace mayonnaise and cheddar cheese with vegan alternatives like cashew-based cheese and plant-based mayo to create a lactose-free option.
- Boost Potato Texture: Par-boil potatoes briefly before mixing to reduce overall baking time and ensure a crispier exterior while maintaining a creamy interior.
- Elevate Flavor Profile: Experiment with additional seasonings like smoked paprika, dried herbs, or red pepper flakes to add depth and personalize the dish’s taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg