Here’s a Mississippi Mud Potatoes recipe — rich, cheesy, creamy, and packed with bacon. This indulgent Southern-style potato casserole is perfect as a hearty side dish for BBQs, potlucks, or any comfort food meal.
🥔 Mississippi Mud Potatoes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 min | ⏳ Cook Time: 1 hour
🔥 Oven Temp: 375°F (190°C)
🔢 Serves: 6–8
🛒 Ingredients
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2 lbs (about 4 medium) russet potatoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup sour cream
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½ cup mayonnaise (or more sour cream)
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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½ tsp salt (to taste)
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½ tsp black pepper
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6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
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3 green onions, thinly sliced
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Optional: extra cheese and bacon for topping
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
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Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prep Potatoes
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Dice potatoes into small, even cubes for faster cooking.
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Boil in salted water for 8–10 minutes, or until just fork-tender but not falling apart.
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Drain well.
3. Mix Filling
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In a large bowl, combine:
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Sour cream
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Mayonnaise
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Cheddar cheese
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Garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper
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Crumbled bacon (reserve a little for topping if desired)
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Green onions
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Fold in the cooked potatoes until everything is coated.
4. Assemble & Bake
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Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish.
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Sprinkle with a little extra cheese and bacon on top if desired.
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Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until hot and bubbly with golden cheese on top.
5. Serve
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Let cool slightly and garnish with extra green onions.
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Serve as a side with grilled meats, fried chicken, burgers, or as a standalone indulgent dish.
🧀 Optional Add-ins
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Jalapeños for heat
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Cream cheese for extra richness
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Smoked paprika or hot sauce for depth
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Diced ham or sausage to turn it into a full meal