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Mashed Potato Casserole

Mashed Potato Casserole

The ultimate comfort food, Mashed Potato Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-delicious! It's the perfect side dish for your family gatherings or cozy dinners. This easy weeknight dinner is sure to satisfy every craving, making it a must-try tonight!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs russet potatoes peeled and cut into 1” chunks
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 0.5 cups sour cream
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • salt and pepper salt and pepper
  • 1 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cups Italian bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Peeler

Method
 

  1. Peel potato skins and cut into 1 inch chunks. This helps potatoes boil faster.
  2. Add potatoes to a large stockpot and cover with water, at least 1" above the potatoes.
  3. Heat on medium high and boil potatoes until tender, easily sticking a fork into them. This typically takes about 15 minutes.
  4. Carefully drain excess water and return soft, warm potatoes to pan.
  5. Directly on the potatoes, add milk, sour cream, 4 tablespoons butter, Dijon mustard and minced garlic.
  6. Mix all ingredients together well and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Preheat oven to 375.
  8. Grease a 1-1/2 quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  9. Spoon potato mixture into casserole dish and spread evenly.
  10. To the top of the casserole, add shredded cheese evenly over the potatoes.
  11. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Mix well.
  12. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top of cheese in dish.
  13. Bake potato casserole for 20-25 minutes or until the center is hot. Keep in mind that all ovens heat at a different temperature so its important to watch your breadcrumbs.
  14. Remove casserole from oven and serve while cheese is melty.

Notes

  • Tip: While russet potatoes are recommended for this potato casserole, any type of potato can easily be substituted for casserole variations.
  • Tip: It typically takes about 15 minutes for cut potatoes to properly boil; just test with a fork. Once tender, remove and drain.