Mississippi Mud Potatoes
Mississippi Mud Potatoes are a creamy, cheesy comfort dish layered with crunchy fried onions, perfect for any occasion from weeknight dinners to holidays.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes Russet or Yukon golds work well
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with just mozzarella or another cheese blend
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Can substitute with just cheddar or another cheese blend
- 1 cup sour cream Can substitute with light sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk Can use lower-fat or non-dairy milk
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions Can substitute with buttery breadcrumbs and extra cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and cube the potatoes, then boil them in salted water until tender. Drain and return to the pot.
- Add sour cream, milk, butter, salt, and pepper to the potatoes. Mash until creamy.
- Stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, mixing well.
- Transfer the potato mixture to a baking dish and top with crispy fried onions.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Assemble the dish ahead of time, cover, and refrigerate. Bake covered, then uncover to add onions for crunch. Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave or oven.