Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole is the perfect side dish for any occasion. If you’re looking for a change from classic mashed potatoes, try this irresistibly creamy, loaded mashed potatoes recipe with cheese and bacon.

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Mashed potatoes are always a great side to serve for Meatloaf or any meal, because are effortless to make and so filling. However, at big parties like a Thanksgiving dinner or Christmas party, you tend to want to dress up plain mashed potatoes. That’s where this potato casserole comes to life! Creamy mashed potatoes topped with cheese, crispy bacon and chives.
This dish is everything you could ask for in a side dish. The best part – the dish may be prepared in advance making it the perfect side for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. Winner!

How to Make Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole:

Cook, drain and mash the potatoes
Mash in the hot milk/butter/sour cream mixture until well incorporated
Spread mashed potatoes into a baking dish and top with cooked bacon and cheeseCover dish with foil and bake until cheese is melty.

[indent]TIP: If you are not baking the casserole immediately, allow the potatoes to cool before adding the cheese.
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Toppings for Loaded Mashed Potatoes-Top potato casserole with fresh chives, green onions, parsley or cilantro for added flavor and appeal.
Though the loaded cheese and bacon is enough for the baked mashed potatoes. Serving them with a side of sour cream really is wonderful. It feels like you’re enjoying a loaded baked potato.