Mississippi Mud Potatoes

Mississippi Mud Potatoes

Ingredients

• 6–8 Russet potatoes, diced
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup full-fat mayonnaise
• ½ cup sour cream (optional but recommended)
• 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional but classic)
• ½ cup chopped green onions
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prep the oven
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
2. Cook the potatoes
   Boil the diced potatoes in salted water for 8–10 minutes until just tender (not mushy).
   Drain well.
3. Mix the creamy base
   In a large bowl, combine:
   • mayonnaise
   • sour cream (if using)
   • cheddar cheese
   • bacon
   • green onions
   • garlic powder
   • onion powder
   • salt & pepper
4. Combine
   Add the warm potatoes into the mixture and gently fold until coated.
5. Bake
   Transfer into the baking dish and bake 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
6. Serve
   Let it rest 5 minutes, then scoop and enjoy!