Mashed Potato Casserole
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Mashed Potato Casserole
Description
This casserole starts by preparing instant mashed potatoes and incorporating sour cream along with dried chives, parsley, and black pepper for seasoning. The mixture is spread in a casserole dish and topped with shredded cheddar cheese, which melts during baking to add a rich layer of flavor. French's Fried Onions sprinkled around the edge provide a crispy golden crust once baked at 350°F for about 20 minutes.
The contrast between the creamy mashed base and the crispy onions adds texture complexity to the dish. This preparation is convenient since it starts with instant potatoes but gains extra flavor and a crunchy finish. It serves well as a side to various main dishes.
If made ahead, the cheddar cheese can be added before refrigerating, while the fried onions are best added right before reheating to maintain their crisp texture. The casserole is straightforward, providing an elevated version of mashed potatoes with minimal extra steps.
Ingredients
- 4 cups instant mashed potatoes
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon chives dried
- 1 teaspoon parsley dried
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup fried onions French's brand, crispy
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Prepare the instant mashed potatoes according to the package directions.
- Add sour cream, chives, parsley, and pepper.
- Place the mashed potatoes in a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
- Top with cheddar cheese.
- Sprinkle French's Fried Onions around the edge of the casserole.If you are making this dish ahead to reheat later, add the shredded cheese, but wait to top with French’s Fried Onions until you are ready to reheat.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the cheese melts.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 236kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 173mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 388mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 660IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 28.5mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 113mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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