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Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole, a dish that elevates any gathering with its creamy texture and rich taste. This casserole unites fluffy mashed potatoes with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and fresh green onions, creating a mouthwatering experience thats hard to resist. Perfect for family dinners or holiday feasts, this recipe promises to impress your guests and become a staple at your table. Easy to prepare and highly versatile, you can serve it as a side dish or enjoy it on its own as a hearty meal. Get ready to savor every bite of this ultimate comfort food!

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices thick-cut bacon (cubed)
  • 3 pounds Russet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup freshly grated Havarti cheese
  • 1 3/4 cup freshly grated Cheddar cheese
  • 4 green onions (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350F (175C) and grease an 8×8" baking dish.
  2. In a large saut pan over medium-high heat, cook the cubed bacon until crispy (6-8 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
  3. Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 20 minutes), then drain.
  4. In the same pot, mix the drained potatoes with cream cheese, milk, butter, salt, and pepper using a handheld mixer until smooth.
  5. Stir in Havarti cheese, half of the Cheddar cheese, half of the bacon, and two-thirds of the green onions; transfer to the greased baking dish.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil; top with remaining Cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions. Bake uncovered for another 10 minutes or until bubbly.

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