Mashed Potatoes: Casserole Style
If you love mashed potatoes as much as we do, have you ever tried baking them into a casserole? It’s such a great trick for entertaining, especially when you want to get all of the prep done ahead of time! ♡
This version is loaded with crispy bacon (or you can leave it out to keep things vegetarian), sharp cheddar and fresh chives, and swirled with the yummiest garlic-paprika butter for a little smoky flavor. I also always add in some cream cheese for a hint of tang, extra cheddar to melt over the top as it bakes. And the result is a big pan of creamy, buttery potatoes with plenty of cheese in every scoop. SO GOOD!
I love making this casserole for holiday dinners or having people over, since you can assemble it in advance and pop it in the oven before serving. It’s one less thing to fuss with when everyone arrives, and I don’t think I’ve ever met a guest who could resist a big scoop of mashed potatotes. 😉 Let’s make a pan!