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Mississippi Mud Potatoes

These Mississippi Mud Potatoes are creamy, cheesy, and loaded with crispy bacon and garlic. Baked until golden and bubbly, they’re the ultimate comfort food side dish that pairs perfectly with chicken, steak, or barbecue.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5.5 cups potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 3.5 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup onion chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In the dish, combine potatoes, cheddar cheese, bacon, garlic, and onion.
  3. Stir in the mayonnaise until all ingredients are well coated.
  4. Bake uncovered for 1½ hours, or until potatoes are soft and the top is golden brown.
  5. Let rest a few minutes before serving warm.
  6. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/mississippi-mud-potatoes-2/

Notes

  • For extra flavor, sprinkle more cheese on top in the last 10 minutes of baking.
  • Swap cheddar for pepper jack if you like a little heat.