Cheesy Potato Casserole + Recipe Video
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Cheesy Potato Casserole is fully loaded and kicked up about 12 notches, with 3 types of cheese, sour cream, and bacon! This recipe’s a keeper.
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Rich, creamy, and packed with ooey gooey cheese this simple cheesy potatoes recipe is a keeper!
I’ve been on a casserole kick lately so I wanted to share my Cheesy Potato Casserole with you along with a few of my other favorite casserole recipes.
These Cheesy Potatoes Au Gratin are a family favorite year-round. And, these Bacon Cheddar Beer Potatoes are a favorite rich and creamy potato recipe with bacon, cheese, and beer.
Or, my Sweet Potato Casserole Boston Market Copycat has rich sweet potatoes covered in marshmallow and brown sugar streusel.
Cheesy Potato Casserole – Recipe Notes
To save time, you can make this Cheesy Potato Casserole using frozen hash brown potatoes. You need to start with them thawed to use this method.
The texture won’t be as smooth as my version. But, it is a simple way to save time.
If you want a crunchy topping for your cheesy potatoes, you can add lightly crushed cornflakes with a little bit of melted butter to the top of the casserole before you bake it. Just sprinkle them on top of the shredded cheese.
Depending on where you live, you may have heard this Cheesy Potato Casserole referred to as funeral potatoes.
They are both the same thing, just two different names.
What kind of potatoes are best for casseroles?
If you’re going to start with fresh potatoes as I do, I recommend red potatoes. They have smooth, red skin and they cook up evenly in your favorite casserole recipes.
If you prefer to use a white potato, look for an Irish potato. It has thinner skin than many other types of white potatoes and it holds up well during longer cooking times.
What cheese is best for cheesy potatoes?
When you make cheesy potatoes, you want the cheese to melt smoothly so it becomes a creamy sauce for the potatoes.
For that reason, I have used a combination of cream cheese, shredded mild cheddar cheese, and shredded Colby jack cheese. You can experiment with what you have.
But, be sure that the cheese you use melts smoothly for the proper consistency.
How do I reheat potato casserole?
To reheat this Cheesy Potato Casserole, cover the top of the pan with aluminum foil so that it doesn’t burn. Then, bake it at 300F for about 15 minutes. You will need to adjust the timing based on how much is left in the casserole pan.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, you can make this Cheesy Potato Casserole one to two days ahead of time. Just make the casserole completely and cover it with aluminum foil. Then, you can refrigerate it for 1 to 2 days.
To reheat, let the casserole dish come to room temperature on the counter while the oven preheats. Then, bake it as directed in the recipe. You can add an extra ten minutes to the baking time if your dish is still cold.
Can I use cream soups in this recipe?
Some people prefer to use canned cream soups in this casserole recipe. It’s really a personal preference. The classic version of this dish uses cream of chicken soup. But, I really like my version with sour cream.
If you want to use cream of chicken (or mushroom) soup, simply replace the cup of sour cream with a can of condensed cream of chicken soup.
Best toppings for casseroles
When I make this casserole, I top it with shredded cheese. But, if you prefer a crunchy topping for your casserole, you can try any of these options mixed with a little bit of melted butter.
- Crushed Ritz or Saltine crackers
- French Fried Onions
- Crushed Pretzels
- Buttered panko bread crumbs
What should I serve with Cheesy Potato Casserole?
This is a wonderful side dish for potluck gatherings or holidays. Why not try these:
Enjoy!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound thick-cut bacon, cooked and chopped
- 2 pounds red potatoes, washed and diced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 8 ounces shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces shredded Colby jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 scallion, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a large mixing bowl combine sour cream, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined. Add potatoes and 3/4 of chopped bacon. Mix until well combined.
- Pour into a greased (6″x10″) baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 60-75 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender. Remove from the oven. Stir. Sprinkle Colby Jack cheese over top and bake for 15 more minutes uncovered.
- Sprinkle casserole with reserved bacon and scallions.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.
Originally published September 2013, updated and republished July 2020.
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You didn't say what to do with the scallions and black pepper!!
The black pepper goes int he mixing bowl with the salt. The scallions are for a garnish after it is cooked. Enjoy!
Actually, he did.
Hey Donna can I make this recipe with white potatoes instead of red? Is there a difference?
I wanna scream looking at that. Why is that not for dinner tonight?!? Cheese and taters are like one of the best matches in the world, right?
Cheese and potatoes are perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Yum!
The picture looks like it has some type of green chili or jalapeno pepper…just curious.
That is a scallion (green onion) garnish. You can skip it if you prefer. Enjoy!
Wife was wanting a loaded potato salad for her work's BBQ cookout that we are doing. I like this idea even better.
I am thinking of adding chicken and making it a one pan meal!!
Try adding ham to this recipe. It is really good 🙂
Hi can these potatoes be made in crockpot
love this ,so yummy for the fall and football season
Looks delicious! Can't wait to try it.
I made it yesterday night for my family and they couldn't stay out of it that's how good it was…
This is very good cold like potato salad.
I can feel the pounds piling on……. looks sooooo good!
I made these last night and they were awesome! Everyone loved them!
This is positively the best thing to happen to potatoes.
Pinning, making, diving in face first.
Cheers!
Anyone have any ideas about making these then serving a day later? Reheating tips?
This looks wonderful – but my store has so many different sizes of potatoes. How much is this in cups or pounds? Thanks.
The recipe says 2 pounds!
I wonder if I could use cube hash browns or regular hash browns.
This is the most glorious of all bakes potato casserole recipes. Have made it several times. Though still waiting for a post on your Brother-In-Laws Baked Macaroni Casserole recipe. Please post it soon.
I just don't know how you do it! I need more hours in the day to make all your yummy recipes Donna xoxo
Made these last year for Easter dinner and they were absolutely delicious. Will be making them again this year again for Easter.
6 X 10 seems like an odd sized dish. I'm assuming an 8 X 8 or 9 X 9 would work ok? Should feed about 6 people?
Could you use the frozen bag of potatoes ?
The cook time and may vary. I am sure it can be done, but I have not tested it to give you the exact instructions. Keep an eye on the potatoes after about 35 minutes. They will cook faster. Enjoy and let us know how it goes.
Can this cooked in a crockpot? Never answered.
How many servings does this make? Can I use 9 by 13 dish? Thank you!
I used 9X13
My goodness, this is so delicious. Trying to keep it as vegetarian as possible, I used 1 pkg of vegan shredded cheddar and then topped it with vegan shredded parmesan for final 15 minutes. I thought the 6×10 pan would be too small, but it was perfect. Looking forward to leftovers all week!!!
This was a big hit even with the youngest that just doesn't care for carb stuff. He had 3rds!!! I always made out of oven version but this is just better. This will be the one made from here on out!!!