Best Mashed Potato Casserole
Ingredients
3 pounds russet potatoeswater
7 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Topping
1/4 cup panko
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons chopped chives
5 strips bacon cooked
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes. Add to a large pot. Cover with water and heat over high heat, boil the potatoes in the water about 20 minutes or until softened.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Drain the potatoes and add to a large mixing bowl. Add the butter, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, and salt. Mix with a potato masher or for creamier potatoes use a hand or stand mixer.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
- Spray a 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray. Spoon the potato mixture into the dish. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
- In a small saucepan add the tablespoon of butter and the panko bread crumbs. Cook over medium heat until just toasted. Sprinkle on top of the potatoes.
- Top with shredded cheese and bake uncovered for about 15 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Top with bacon and chives. Serve warm and enjoy!