Description
This Cheesy Potato Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and indulgent dish that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With layers of tender potatoes and a rich, cheesy sauce, it’s the perfect side dish for any meal, especially during holidays or family gatherings. The crispy topping adds the perfect crunch to balance the creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes or breadcrumbs (for topping)
- 2 tbsp butter (melted, for topping)
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the diced potatoes until fork-tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain the water and set the potatoes aside to cool slightly.
- Make the Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, milk, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Combine Potatoes and Sauce: Add the cooked potatoes to the sauce mixture and gently stir until the potatoes are evenly coated.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the potato mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, combine the crushed cornflakes or breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
- Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add cooked bacon bits or sautéed onions to the potato mixture before baking.
- If you want to make this dish ahead of time, you can prepare it the day before and store it in the refrigerator. Just be sure to cover it with foil and bake it for an additional 10 minutes if it’s cold from the fridge.
- You can substitute the shredded cheddar with other cheese varieties, such as Monterey Jack or mozzarella, for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg