Velveeta Cheesy Potatoes
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Velveeta Cheesy Potatoes
Description
Velveeta Cheesy Potatoes are made by cooking peeled and cubed red potatoes until slightly softened, then mixing them in a casserole dish with chopped yellow onion, cubed Velveeta cheese, melted butter, milk, and cubed white bread. Seasoned with salt and black pepper, the mixture is topped with shredded cheddar cheese and baked until bubbly and golden. The baking melts the Velveeta and cheddar into a smooth, creamy sauce that coats the tender potatoes and adds richness.
The combination of Velveeta and cheddar develops a comforting cheese blend, while the bread cubes add texture variety. The onions impart subtle sweetness, balancing the dish’s richness. This casserole works well as a hearty side for family meals or gatherings where a creamy vegetable accompaniment is desired.
The recipe makes about 10 servings, with each serving comprising a generous portion of cheesy potatoes. For additional flavor, the dish can be topped with bacon, sour cream, and chives as an optional garnish. The potatoes soften during the initial boil to ensure even cooking through the baking stage, and baking for 25-30 minutes creates a nicely melted, bubbling cheese topping.
Ingredients
- 13-14 medium potato red
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 1 lice white bread (cubed)
- 16 ounces Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- ¾ cup butter melted) 6 ounces, salted
- ½ cup milk 4 ounces, whole
- ½ teaspoon salt (to taste) 2 grams
- ½ teaspoon black pepper 2 grams, ground
- ¾ cup cheddar cheese 3 ounces, shredded
Instructions
- Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into ¾” cubes. 13-14 medium red potatoes
- Fill a large saucepan with water and set to medium high heat so that the water boils. Add the potatoes to the hot water and cook until the potatoes are slightly softened. Drain the potatoes and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350º Fahrenheit. Spray a 9x13 baking pan or 3 quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Spread the potatoes to the prepared dish.
- Add the chopped onion, bread cubes, Velveeta, melted butter and milk. Stir well. 1 medium yellow onion, 1 slice white bread, 16 ounces velveeta cheese, ¾ cup salted butter, ½ cup whole milk
- Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the top, along with the shredded cheese. ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and heated through.
Notes
- Each serving is 1/10 of the recipe; calorie estimates vary by ingredient brand.
- Adding bacon, sour cream, and chives as toppings offers a flavorful twist.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 277 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 277kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 1030mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 212mg | 5% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 975IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 346mg | 35% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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