Best 7 Fluffy Potato Casserole Recipes

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Searching for a fluffy potato casserole recipe that will impress your family and friends? Look no further! This article will guide you through selecting the perfect ingredients, preparing them properly, and baking them together to create a truly unforgettable dish. We will provide step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure that your potato casserole turns out fluffy, flavorful, and irresistible. With the right combination of seasonings and the perfect amount of cooking time, you'll be able to create a comforting and delicious side dish that will be a hit at any gathering.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK AND EASY POTATO CASSEROLE



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This casserole is made creamy and tangy by Cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup. Quick-Easy-Delicious. Always a favorite.

Provided by FOXWORTH

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 potatoes, peeled and diced
¼ cup butter
1 onion, chopped
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
¼ cup sour cream
¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add potatoes. Cook until tender, then drain water. While potatoes are cooking, heat a small skillet over medium heat. Melt butter and saute onion until golden brown. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mash potatoes with cream of chicken soup and sour cream until smooth and creamy. Mix in onions, 3/4 cup cheese, salt, and pepper. Spoon into a 2 quart casserole dish and bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup cheese over top and bake an additional 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.5 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 658.3 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

INCREDIBLE POTATO CASSEROLE



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This recipe has been in the family for years and is always a huge hit. The potatoes can be substituted for frozen hash browns making it really easy to prepare and still tastes great.

Provided by Jenn Harmon Jones

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium potatoes
¼ cup butter
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 pint sour cream
⅓ cup chopped green onion
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup crushed cornflakes cereal
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish.
  • Place whole potatoes in their skins into a large pot of boiling water; cook for 25 to 30 minutes. Remove potatoes, and discard water. When cool enough to handle, peel potatoes, and grate into a medium bowl.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in soup; cook until soup begins to bubble. Remove from stove, and mix in sour cream, green onion, and cheese. Stir in potatoes. Pour mixture into casserole dish.
  • In a resealable bag, shake together the cornflake crumbs and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Sprinkle over top of casserole.
  • Bake in a preheated oven 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 70.4 mg, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 516.6 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

EASY LOADED BAKED POTATO CASSEROLE



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Great and easy potato casserole packed with bacon, Cheddar, and green onions.

Provided by Gemini26

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and halved
6 slices bacon
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup evaporated milk
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup sliced green onions, divided
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and return potatoes to pot.
  • Meanwhile, arrange bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon on paper towels and crumble.
  • Combine 1 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, evaporated milk, sour cream, salt, and black pepper in the pot with potatoes. Mash with a potato masher until creamy. Spread potato mixture into prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes; sprinkle with bacon, green onions, and remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese. Return to oven and continue baking until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 42.1 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 541.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

LIGHT SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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You're bound to have sweet potato success when you whip up this casserole recipe from our Test Kitchen. With its rich color, creamy texture and irresistible taste, it is sure to be a popular stop on your holiday buffet table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1/3 cup fat-free milk
1/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan or Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 25-30 minutes or until tender. Drain., In a large bowl, beat the sweet potatoes, milk, egg substitute, brown sugar, salt and vanilla until smooth. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0g sugar total. Diabetic Exchanges

ABSOLUTE BEST POTATO CASSEROLE



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Here is an experimental recipe that turned out to be a huge hit! I had many of these ingredients 'left over' from a catered luncheon, and decided to give my creativity a try. My family was glad I did!

Provided by ERSTA

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 ½ cups milk
¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¾ cup shredded Swiss cheese
6 large russet potatoes, sliced into 1/4 inch slices
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 pound cooked ham, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package frozen cauliflower
¼ cup crushed cornflakes cereal

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • To prepare the cheese sauce, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix in milk, and stir constantly until thickened. Mix in Cheddar cheese and Swiss cheese, and continue to stir until smooth. Reduce heat to low.
  • Layer potatoes in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer onion and ham over potatoes. Top with cauliflower. Cover with the cheese sauce.
  • Bake covered 1 hour in the preheated oven. Remove cover, sprinkle with crushed cornflakes, and continue baking 10 minutes, until vegetables are tender and surface is bubbly and lightly browned. Allow to cool about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.2 calories, Carbohydrate 49.2 g, Cholesterol 58.9 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 796.6 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

"EVERYTHING" MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE



The everything-mashed potato casserole seemed to evolve over a year and it's a great dish to take to a covered dish event. If I need to keep it warm for a longer time, I sometimes place the mixture into a crockpot and then add the sour cream, bacon, cheese and chives. -Pamela Shank, Parkersburg, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds potatoes (about 9 medium), peeled and quartered
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon minced chives

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain., In a large bowl, mash potatoes. Beat in the cream cheese, butter, milk, salt and pepper until fluffy. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Spread sour cream over the top. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with the cheddar cheese, bacon and chives. Bake 5 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Fat 33g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 340mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

BEST FLUFFY TWICE-BAKED POTATOES!



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These potatos really live up to there name, they ARE fluffy and what I think to be, one of the best recipes for twice baked potatoes. I'm certain you will agree once you try them! Prep time does not include baking the potatoes (which is about 1 hour baking time).

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 large potatoes, baked (russets are best)
2 -3 tablespoons soft butter
1/2 cup hot milk
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch nutmeg
2 egg yolks (place one in a seperate bowl)
2 egg whites
1/2-3/4 cup swiss cheese, finely shredded
2 tablespoons onions, grated (optional)
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Cut a thin slice from the top of the potato and discard.
  • Scoop out the potato pulp carefully with a spoon, and place the pulp in a medium bowl (be careful not to break the potato skin).
  • With an electric mixer mix the pulp with soft butter, hot milk, salt, pepper, baking powder, nutmeg and ONE egg yolk and onion (if using); whip/beat until smooth and fluffy.
  • Add in the shredded cheese; mix well to combine.
  • In another bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff; fold into potato mixture.
  • Pile the potato mixture back into the skins.
  • In a small bowl or cup beat the remaining egg yolk with water.
  • Set oven to 400 degrees.
  • Brush the egg yolk/water mixture over the top of each potato.
  • Set the stuffed potatoes into a greased baking pan.
  • Bake for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.9, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 84.2, Sodium 157.9, Carbohydrate 66.3, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 12.6

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are the best choices for a fluffy and creamy casserole.
  • Shred the potatoes evenly: This will ensure that they cook evenly and results in a smooth texture.
  • Do not overcook the potatoes: Overcooked potatoes will become mushy and will not hold their shape in the casserole.
  • Use a good quality cheese: Sharp cheddar cheese is a classic choice for potato casserole, but you can also use other cheeses, such as mozzarella, Parmesan, or Gruyère.
  • Season the casserole well: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are essential seasonings for potato casserole. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or paprika.
  • Use a covered dish: Covering the casserole dish will help to keep the potatoes moist and flavorful.
  • Let the casserole rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the casserole to set.

Conclusion:

Fluffy potato casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or a weeknight meal. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or one with a twist, there is a fluffy potato casserole recipe out there for everyone.

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