Bacon and Cheddar Mashed Potato Casserole

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

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Fluffy mashed potatoes layered with crispy bacon and melted cheddar, baked until golden and bubbling for a comforting holiday side. This American-inspired Thanksgiving recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs russet potatoes, unsalted butter, whole milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 8 American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 large, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes russet potatoes
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 slices, cooked until crisp and crumbled bacon
1 1/2 cups, shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup, chopped fresh chives

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Instructions

Step 1: Place potatoes in pot with cold water and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain well.
Step 2: Return potatoes to pot. Add 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mash until smooth, adding milk if needed.
Step 3: Spread half the mashed potatoes in greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup crumbled bacon and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar. Top with remaining mashed potatoes, then sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup crumbled bacon, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar, and 1/4 cup chopped chives. Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes until golden and bubbling.