Description
Mississippi Mud Potatoes are a rich and indulgent side dish. They combine creamy mashed potatoes with cheese, bacon, and butter for a hearty comfort food classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add butter and milk. Mash until smooth.
- Stir in cheddar cheese, sour cream, bacon, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Garnish with green onions if desired.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- Top with extra shredded cheese and broil for 2 minutes for a crispy finish.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
