Party Potatoes Recipe
Overview:
Get ready to impress your guests with these delectable Party Potatoes! This dish, perfect for any occasion from Christmas to Thanksgiving, is a delightful combination of mashed potatoes, sour cream, cream cheese, and flavorful seasonings, topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust and melted cheddar cheese. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, even beginner cooks can master this recipe. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Servings: Varies
Ingredients:
- 4 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup dried chives
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon margarine
- Cheddar cheese, for topping
- Bread crumbs
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish lightly and set it aside.
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Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, sour cream, cream cheese, dried chives, and garlic powder. Stir until all the ingredients are well incorporated and form a creamy mixture.
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Transfer to Casserole Dish: Transfer the mashed potato mixture into the greased casserole dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
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Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, melt the butter and margarine together. Add bread crumbs to the melted butter mixture and toss until the crumbs are evenly coated.
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Top Potatoes: Sprinkle the butter-coated bread crumbs evenly over the top of the mashed potato mixture in the casserole dish, covering the surface completely.
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Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are heated through.
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Add Cheese: Once the potatoes are cooked, remove the casserole dish from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top while it’s still hot.
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Serve: Serve the Party Potatoes immediately, garnished with fresh chives or parsley if desired.
Enjoy these creamy, cheesy Party Potatoes as a delicious side dish at your next gathering or family dinner. They’re sure to be a hit with everyone at the table! 🥔🧀✨