Mashed-Potato Casserole with Gouda and Bacon
Mashed-Potato Casserole with Gouda and Bacon is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Butter 13x9x2-inch baking dish.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionButter 13x9x2-inch baking dish.
Cook bacon in heavy large skillet until golden brown and crisp.
Transfer to paper towels to drain.
Place in medium bowl.
Add green onions; toss to distribute evenly.
Place potatoes in large pot and add enough cold water to cover.
Sprinkle with salt.
Cover and boil with lid slightly ajar until potatoes are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
Return potatoes to pot.
Cook over low heat, stirring often, until potatoes are dry and light film forms on bottom of pot, about 2 minutes.
Add next 3 ingredients.
Using potato masher, mash until almost smooth.
Stir in 1 1/2 cups smoked Gouda and 1 cup bacon mixture.
Season with salt and pepper.
Spread potato mixture in prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup Gouda over.
DO AHEAD: Can be prepared 8 hours ahead.
Cover and chill potato mixture and remaining bacon mixture separately.
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Bake potatoes until cheese melts and edges of potatoes are bubbling, about 30 minutes (40 minutes if chilled).
Sprinkle reserved bacon mixture over and serve.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.