Mississippi Mud Cheesy Potatoes (Print Version)

Oven-baked potatoes with cheddar, bacon, onion, and creamy mayo deliver rich, Southern-inspired flavor.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 6 to 8 large Russet potatoes, diced
02 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 8 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
04 - 1 cup full-fat mayonnaise
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 medium onion, chopped

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 325°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
02 - In the prepared baking pan, combine the diced potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, minced garlic, and chopped onion.
03 - Add the full-fat mayonnaise to the pan and mix thoroughly until all ingredients are fully coated.
04 - Bake uncovered for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden and bubbling.
05 - Allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving hot.

# Notes:

01 - For optimal crispiness, ensure bacon is cooked and drained well before adding.