This Loaded Mashed Potato Bake is the perfect side dish AND it can be made in advance!
 Can you believe that Thanksgiving is just around the corner? It’s definitely time to start planning menu items whether you’re hosting or bringing a dish as a guest. As part of my commitment this year to make hosting a more enjoyable process, I am planning on making several dishes in advance. I want to be able to enjoy my company – not resent them!
 In an effort to come up with a dish that wouldn’t require a lot of hands on attention while my guests are here I decided to go with a Loaded Mashed Potato Bake. Creamy and delicious – your guests will have no clue that this dish was made ahead of time.
I just love all the fantastic flavor in this creamy mashed potato bake! You can never go wrong with potatoes, bacon, and cheese 🙂 That’s a whole lot of love right there!
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- Creamed Corn (two ways!)
- Baked Sweet Potato (How To Bake Sweet Potatoes)
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- Cranberry Sauce
Loaded Mashed Potato Bake
Ingredients
- 9-10 medium potatoes
- 8 slices bacon
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese I like sharp!
- 8 oz light cream cheese
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 1/2 cup light sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2-3 tbsp chopped chives
Instructions
- Bake bacon and chop into small pieces.
- Peel and cube potatoes. Place potatoes in a large pot and fill with cold water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and let simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Drain the water and return potatoes to pot. Mash potatoes with butter, cream cheese, sour cream, milk, onion powder and garlic powder.
- Stir in 1 cup of cheese and 2/3 of the chopped bacon.
- Spray a 9 in x 13 in baking dish with non-stick spray and transfer mashed potatoes to the dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon.
- Place dish in a preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes until cheese is melted and the potatoes are heated through. Sprinkle with chopped chives before serving.
- If preparing in advance, cover with plastic wrap and stick in the refrigerator. Removed 30 minutes before baking. Bake for 45 minutes at 350 degrees or until heated through. Sprinkle with chopped chives before serving.
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Jay Wahyu says
Look Yummi and So Anggry if was look
Ivory says
This yummy looking dish differently is a side dish I can sink my teeth into, yummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Ivory says
I made this dish several times, and let me tell you all, it’s mouthwatering delicious. My family and I love this dish.
Carly says
I made this yesterday for Super Bowl and it was a huge hit! Thanks for the recipe!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
So glad you enjoyed it Carly! Have a great week!
Lisa says
This looks SO good! Why do I look at these when I’m hungry, lol! 🙂 Coming over to visit from Melt in your Mouth Monday. Please feel free to come over and link it up with “Try a New Recipe Tuesday!” I’d love to have you join us. 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Lisa!
madge | the vegetarian casserole queen says
Love both recipes! Pinning the Loaded Mashed Potato Bake for later…
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Madge!
Becky Crutcher says
WOW, these look really good! Pinning Spiced Pear Cake to make later! Thanks for sharing!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you Becky!
Smitten Foodie says
Love the loaded potatoes! Would definitely be a hit at my house! Thanks for sharing:)
Take care
Connie
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You’re so welcome Connie!
Ashley @ Kitchen Meets Girl says
Oooooh, I’m loving both of these recipes, but I’m really eyeing that mashed potato bake. My husband would LOVE IT if I made that for him! 🙂
Chandra@The Plaid and Paisley Kitchen says
I love your blog and that pear cake? Yumm-o! I would love it if you would come link up at my new Linky Party “Show Me Your Plaid Monday’s”
http://www.pandpkitchen.com/2012/12/02/show-me-your-plaid-mondays-1/
Helen says
I can’t wait to try the mashed potatoes!! I looks awesome! thank you so much for sharing 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You’re so welcome Helen – thanks for stopping by!
Jenn says
Two amazing recipes in one post. How did we get so lucky!! That loaded mashed potato bake is something I need to try ASAP.
Vicky @ Mess For Less says
Love, love, love! These are pure comfort food. Just pinned!
Rose @ Walnut Acre says
This looks awesome!!!!