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Mississippi Mud Potatoes – The Nation Cook dinner


Mississippi Mud Potatoes have all of the flavors of a baked potato nevertheless it’s all thrown collectively and made in a casserole dish. Really easy to make and the flavour is outta this world good!

A CHEESY SIDE DISH

No concept why they name this Mississippi Mud Potatoes however I do know they’re simply as scrumptious as these different Mississippi named dishes (Mississippi Sin Dip, Mississippi Pot Roast and all these different Mississippi recipes.) Regardless of the story on this one, these roasted potatoes with bacon, cheese, and inexperienced onions are going to be your new go-to facet dish!

A plate full of Mississippi Mud Roasted Potatoes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: 

Are these potatoes creamy?

I don’t assume I’d describe these as creamy like my Baked Potato Casserole or Funeral Potatoes, however they’re tremendous scrumptious nonetheless with only a trace of creaminess.

Can I exploit precooked bacon?

It’s best to make use of contemporary bacon. It actually goes to provide the finest taste and texture. You’ll be able to definitely use precooked bacon by if that’s what you could have available. I ain’t telling what to do in your personal kitchen. 🙂

How can I kick up the spice on this dish?

So as to add warmth, you possibly can add crimson pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, or diced jalapenos would all be good choices. You might additionally use sizzling sauce if you want. 

Can I exploit frozen diced potatoes?

There shouldn’t be a problem in utilizing frozen diced potatoes, however it would be best to use about the identical quantity referred to as for right here (it’s okay if it’s a little lower than – for instance, a 2 pound bag will nonetheless work.) I don’t assume you would want to thaw them first as a result of the frozen potatoes are diced so small that they need to cook dinner about the identical period of time as contemporary.

Learn how to retailer leftovers?

Mississippi Mud Potatoes needs to be saved in an hermetic container. As soon as fully cooled, place within the fridge for 4-5 days. You’ll be able to reheat within the microwave for 30-45 second intervals till completely heated.
I don’t advocate freezing, as the feel can turn into grainy as soon as defrosted.

A wooden spoon holding a scoop of Mississippi Mud Potatoes.A wooden spoon holding a scoop of Mississippi Mud Potatoes.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)

  • yellow potatoes– peeled and diced. I like to make use of Yukon gold potatoes. They maintain up effectively and have a barely creamy taste. A Russet or Idaho potato would additionally work. 
  • yellow onion– You might use a Vidalia or a yellow onion. 
  • garlic – I actually desire contemporary garlic for the perfect taste. It actually makes an enormous distinction – I promise! But when all you could have is the jarred stuff and you actually need to use it then go for it!
  • bacon– It could be finest to make use of common and never thick-cut bacon (until that’s all you could have.) You might additionally use finely diced ham.
  • mayonnaise – If you wish to half this with bitter cream so as to add a little bit tang, you could possibly. 
  • shredded cheddar cheese– You’ll be able to change it up with some Pepper Jack, Mozzarella, and even mix cheeses for a special strategy. 
  • onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper – despite the fact that we’re including onion and garlic to this, that is going so as to add one other layer of taste.
  • inexperienced onions
Yukon potatoes, shredded cheese, cooked bacon, garlic, mayo, green onions, yellow onion, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.Yukon potatoes, shredded cheese, cooked bacon, garlic, mayo, green onions, yellow onion, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

HOW TO MAKE MISSISSIPPI MUD POTATOES

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Place the potatoes, onion, garlic, bacon, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the 9×13-inch dish. Stir effectively to mix (word: this may be executed in a bowl then transferred to the baking dish.)

A baking dish with potatoes, onion, garlic, bacon, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper mixed together.A baking dish with potatoes, onion, garlic, bacon, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper mixed together.

Cowl the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour or till the potatoes are tender. Prime with the sliced inexperienced onions and revel in.

A baking dish with Mississippi Mud Potatoes topped with bacon and green onions.A baking dish with Mississippi Mud Potatoes topped with bacon and green onions.

I wish to stir it up a bit earlier than serving.

A plate with a fork full of Mississippi Mud Potatoes.A plate with a fork full of Mississippi Mud Potatoes.

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Looking down closer on a plate of Mississippi Mud Potatoes.Looking down closer on a plate of Mississippi Mud Potatoes.

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  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

  • Place 3 kilos yellow potatoes, peeled and diced , 1 small yellow onion, diced, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled, 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder and salt and pepper, to style into the 9×13-inch dish.

  • Stir effectively to mix (word: if simpler, this may be stirred collectively in a bowl then transferred to the baking dish.)

  • Cowl the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour or till the potatoes are tender.

  • Sprinkle the highest with 2 inexperienced onions, sliced and revel in. Be aware: I wish to stir it up a bit earlier than serving.

  • Please consult with my FAQ’s (Often Requested Questions) and ingredient listing above for different substitutions or for the solutions to the most typical questions.

Course: Facet Dish

Delicacies: American

Energy: 833kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 19g | Fats: 65g | Sodium: 876mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g

“The Nation Cook dinner” isn’t a dietician or nutritionist, and any dietary data shared is an estimate. If calorie rely and different dietary values are vital to you, we advocate operating the elements by whichever on-line dietary calculator you favor. Energy and different dietary values can fluctuate fairly a bit relying on which manufacturers have been used.

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