BAKED MASHED POTATOES, WITH PANCETTA, PARMESAN CHEESE, AND BREADCRUMBS

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Baked Mashed Potatoes, with Pancetta, Parmesan Cheese, and Breadcrumbs image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 stick butter, melted plus 1 tablespoon at room temp
1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan, divided use
8 oz pancetta, diced, cooked and drained of excess oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 chopped fresh flat leaf Italian parsley
2 tablespoons plain dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking dish with the 1 tablespoon of room temp butter and set aside.
  • Cook the potatoes in a large pot of boiling salted water until they are very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain; return the potatoes to the same pot and mash well with a potato masher. Mix in the melted butter and milk. Mix in the mozzarella, 3/4 cup of the Parmesan and pancetta. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper and add in parsley. Transfer the potatoes to the prepared baking dish. Stir the bread crumbs and remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan in a small bowl to blend. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture over the mashed potatoes. Recipe can be prepared up to this point 6 hours ahead of time; cover and chill.
  • Bake, uncovered, until the topping is golden brown, about 20 minutes.

Shahzaib Lar
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. It was easy to make and the mashed potatoes were delicious. I would definitely make it again.


Behroz Nadi
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The mashed potatoes were a bit too dry for my liking. I think I'll add more milk or cream next time.


Sinead Boyle
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it needed more seasoning.


Md Shahariya
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These mashed potatoes were a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less pancetta next time.


Mariana Phiri
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of pancetta, but I'm glad I did. The pancetta added a nice smoky flavor to the mashed potatoes.


Danish Akhtar
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This recipe is a great way to elevate mashed potatoes. The pancetta and parmesan cheese add a lot of flavor and texture.


Tony Brown
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I've never made mashed potatoes with pancetta and parmesan cheese before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now my new favorite way to make mashed potatoes.


muddasar sayan
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These mashed potatoes are so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of pancetta and parmesan cheese.


Natasha Nachizya
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!


michael ninson
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I was looking for a new mashed potato recipe and this one didn't disappoint. It was easy to make and very tasty.


Tamaria Cloud
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


mdoliur islam
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I'm not a big fan of mashed potatoes, but these were really good. The pancetta and parmesan cheese really made a difference.


Deidre Abernathy
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These mashed potatoes were a great side dish for my holiday dinner. They were creamy and flavorful, and the pancetta and parmesan cheese added a nice touch.


Md Rajib Sarker
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Alimansa Musa
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This was an amazing dish! The combination of pancetta, parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs gave the mashed potatoes a delicious and crispy texture. My family loved it!