Description
Welcome to a mouthwatering adventure with ourSour Cream and Onion Smashed Potato Casserole! This dish is perfect for gatherings, cozy dinners, or just a comforting weekday meal. Whether you’re a fan of traditional potato casseroles or looking for a twist on a classic side, this recipe is bound to become a favorite. Let’s dive into the world of rich, creamy potatoes with a burst of onion flavor!
Ingredients
- Optional substitutions:
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to375 degrees Fahrenheit(190 degrees Celsius) to ensure an even bake throughout the casserole.
- Place the peeled and diced potatoes into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for about15-20 minutesor until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Pro Tip:For extra creamy potatoes, use a potato ricer instead of a masher.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add thesour cream,milk,melted butter,garlic powder,paprika,salt, andpepper. Use a potato masher or a fork to smash the potatoes until well combined, leaving some texture for that homemade feel.
- Fold in theshredded cheddar cheeseandsliced green onions, mixing until they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the potato mixture to agreased 9Ă—13 inch casserole dishand smooth out the top using a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for20-25 minutesuntil the top is golden and the edges are bubbly.
Notes
For a crispy top:Sprinkle additional shredded cheddar cheese over the top before baking.
Make it ahead:You can prepare the casserole up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate it. When ready to serve, bake as directed.
Customize it:Add crispy chekin bits, caramelized onions, or sautéed mushrooms to make it a unique casserole creation.