Description
Mashed Potato Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, oven-baked dish made with buttery mashed potatoes, sour cream, and savory seasonings. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or family dinners, it’s comforting and easy to prepare ahead of time.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold), peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3/4 cup milk or cream
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup chopped chives or green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks. Boil them in salted water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and mash them until smooth.
- Mix in butter, milk or cream, sour cream, eggs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until creamy and well combined.
- Fold in shredded cheese and chives or green onions if using.
- Spread the mashed potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until heated through and lightly golden on top.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes for the best texture.Make ahead up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.Top with extra cheese before baking for a golden crust.For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
