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Delicious Mississippi Mud Potatoes

Delicious Mississippi Mud Potatoes
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Despite its rich, indulgent flavor and satisfying texture, this dish is surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, these cheesy, bacon-studded Mississippi Mud Potatoes are guaranteed to please a crowd.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large Russet potatoes (about 2–2.5 lbs)
  • 8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled (reserve 1–2 tbsp grease, optional)
  • 1 cup sour cream (full fat recommended)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions, divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 4 oz softened cream cheese
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper or 1 diced jalapeño (seeds removed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub and dry potatoes. Prick with a fork.
  2. Bake potatoes directly on the rack or on a baking sheet for 50–60 minutes until soft. Let cool slightly.
  3. While baking, cook bacon in a skillet or bake on a rack until crispy. Crumble and set aside. Reserve 1–2 tbsp bacon grease if desired.
  4. Once cool enough to handle, slice potatoes in half and scoop out flesh into a bowl, leaving a 1/4-inch shell. Optionally, discard or save skins. Place empty skins in a 9×13” baking dish if refilling.
  5. Add butter, sour cream, 1.5 cups cheddar, 3/4 of the bacon, half of the green onions, salt, pepper, and optional ingredients to the potato flesh. Mash to combine, keeping some texture.
  6. Spoon mixture into baking dish or back into potato skins. Spread smoothly or create texture.
  7. Top with remaining cheddar and bacon. Bake for 15–20 minutes until hot and cheese is bubbly and golden. Optionally broil 1–2 minutes for crispiness.
  8. Rest 5 minutes. Garnish with remaining green onions. Serve hot.

Notes

To enhance flavor, use smoked paprika or sautéed onions. For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and use mushrooms or plant-based alternatives.

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Keywords: potatoes, bacon, cheese, casserole, baked potato, comfort food

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