Description
Creamy Mississippi mud potatoes offer a Southern comfort classic that blends cheesy, bacony goodness with hearty potato perfection. Crispy, melted cheese and smoky bacon create an irresistible side dish that connects family and flavor in one delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 4 lbs russet potatoes
- 1 lb red potatoes
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Seasoning and Sauce:
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing the surface.
- Thoroughly wash both russet and red potatoes, then dice them into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
- Spread the potato cubes across the prepared baking sheet, creating a single layer without overcrowding to promote crispy edges.
- Drizzle melted butter over the potatoes, then sprinkle ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, tossing to coat evenly.
- Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway through to achieve golden brown and crispy exteriors.
- While potatoes are roasting, crisp the bacon in a skillet until deeply bronzed and crumbly, then set aside to drain on paper towels.
- Once potatoes are tender and caramelized, remove from oven and immediately scatter shredded cheddar cheese across the hot surface.
- Allow cheese to melt for 2-3 minutes, then garnish generously with crumbled bacon and freshly chopped green onions.
- Dollop sour cream across the potato mixture just before serving, creating a creamy, indulgent finish to this hearty side dish.
- Serve hot, allowing guests to mix the toppings throughout the potatoes for maximum flavor integration.
Notes
- Slice potatoes uniformly to guarantee consistent cooking and prevent uneven texture.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet, which prevents potatoes from achieving crispy golden edges and promotes steaming instead of roasting.
- Pat potatoes dry before seasoning to help them crisp up and absorb flavors more effectively, creating a more intense taste profile.
- Customize the recipe for dietary needs by substituting bacon with turkey bacon, using low-fat cheese, or replacing sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg