The most exciting time of year is here: The Holidays! One of my favorite traditions is cooking with my mom! This year I decided to contribute my own dish and I decided to make a Baked Potato Casserole! This recipe is super easy and will have people thinking that you’re a pro! It doesn’t get any easier to make a dish for the holidays than this!

I don’t know about you but I take a lot of pride in going to the store picking out my ingredients and knowing what is going into my dish. Which is why I choose to buy Hiland Dairy products! They are full of wonderful nutrients and I know I can always trust their products! Another great thing about Hiland is they want you to grow as a cook! They have awesome tips and tricks for cooking for crowds and all kinds of recipe ideas! Be sure to check it out here!

For more holiday recipe ideas, check out a past post below:

My Go To Holiday Food

 

 

Baked Potato Casserole

Ingredients:

3 pounds russet potatoes

water

7 tablespoons butter

3/4 cup sour cream

1/4 cup milk

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

3/4 teaspoon salt

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream

Topping:

1/2 cup panko

1 tablespoon butter

3 tablespoons chopped chives

5 strips bacon cooked

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions:

1. Peel and chop the potatoes. Add to a large pot. Cover with water and heat over high heat, boil the potatoes in the water about 20 minutes or until softened.
2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
3. Drain the potatoes and add to a large mixing bowl. Add the butter, heavy whipping cream, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, and salt. Mix with a potato masher or for creamier potatoes use a hand or stand mixer.
4. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
5. Spray a 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray. Spoon the potato mixture into the dish. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
6. In a small saucepan add the tablespoon of butter and the panko bread crumbs. Cook over medium heat until just toasted. Sprinkle on top of the potatoes.
7. Top with shredded cheese and bake uncovered for about 15 minutes until the cheese is melted.
8. Top with bacon and chives. Serve warm and enjoy!