The Best Holiday Cheesy Potato Casserole Recipe You’ll Crave

This Holiday Cheesy Potato Casserole combines creamy potatoes and melty cheese for an indulgent dish perfect for celebrations.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Potato Base

3 pounds Russet potatoes Use starchy potatoes for best texture.
1 medium Yellow onion Finely diced.
2 cloves Garlic Minced.

For the Cheese Blend

2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese Shredded.
1 cup Mozzarella cheese Shredded.

For the Creamy Sauce

1 cup Sour cream
1 cup Heavy cream
8 ounces Cream cheese

For Seasoning & Topping

1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
2 tablespoons Butter For dotting on top.
1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Optional.

Equipment

9×13-inch baking dish
Large Bowl
Saucepan
knife
cutting board

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Peel and slice russet potatoes into ¼-inch rounds.
Boil potato slices in lightly salted water until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
Melt butter in a pan and sauté diced onions and minced garlic until soft.
In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, heavy cream, cream cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.
In a greased 9x13 inch dish, layer half the potato slices, then half the onions, cheese, and sauce; repeat layers.
Top with panko breadcrumbs and dot with butter, then bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with chopped chives or crispy shallots. Make-ahead for easier serving.

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