Mississippi Mud Potatoes
Mississippi Mud Potatoes are a delicious and indulgent side dish, featuring creamy potatoes topped with a rich and flavorful sauce, bacon, cheese, and scallions. This hearty dish is perfect for gatherings or as a comfort food treat.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 baking dish (9x13 inches)
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 aluminum foil
- 1 whisk
- 1 knife
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Reserve half for topping.
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- ¼ cup chopped scallions (green onions) For topping before serving.
- Salt and pepper To taste.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, boil the diced Yukon gold potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and return the potatoes to the pot.
- Add the melted butter, sour cream, milk, ranch seasoning mix, salt, and pepper to the drained potatoes.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy, mixing in the crumbled bacon and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Transfer the potato mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the potato mixture.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and top with chopped scallions before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding cooked and crumbled sausage along with the bacon.
Feel free to use different types of cheese for variations, such as mozzarella or pepper jack.
These potatoes can be prepared ahead of time; simply cover and refrigerate before baking, then adjust the baking time accordingly.