Description
Mississippi Mud Potatoes bring comfort and southern charm to dinner tables with creamy, cheesy potato goodness. Rich layers of bacon, cheese, and ranch seasoning create an irresistible side dish you won’t be able to stop eating.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups potatoes, peeled and diced (1.4 kg)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (113 grams)
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped (75 grams)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced (9 grams)
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise (177 milliliters)
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by applying a light coating of cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C), ensuring proper temperature for even cooking.
- Layer diced potatoes evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle minced garlic and finely chopped onions over the potato base for aromatic flavor infusion.
- Generously distribute shredded cheddar cheese across the potato layer, creating a complete coverage.
- Drizzle mayonnaise uniformly over the potato, cheese, garlic, and onion mixture, carefully stirring to ensure all ingredients are thoroughly coated.
- Place the prepared dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 90 minutes.
- Monitor the potatoes until they become tender and the top develops a rich, golden-brown crust.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes to allow flavors to settle and potatoes to cool slightly.
- Serve immediately while warm, showcasing the creamy, melted cheese and perfectly roasted potato texture.
Notes
- Opt for waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best texture and even cooking throughout the dish.
- Try different cheese varieties like smoked gouda or pepper jack to add unique flavor profiles and keep the recipe exciting.
- Customize the recipe for dietary needs by using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter version or adding crispy bacon bits for extra crunch and protein.
- Lower the baking temperature to 300F if you notice the top browning too quickly, ensuring the potatoes cook evenly without burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 274 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg