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Party Potatoes Recipe

Published: February 8, 2025 Prep Time: About 20 minutes Cook Time: About 1 hour Total Time: About 1 hour 20 minutes Serves: 12 Difficulty: Easy Category: Side Dish Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 6 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F
  2. Boil potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes
  3. Drain and mash potatoes
  4. Add melted butter, sour cream, and mayonnaise
  5. Stir in cheddar cheese, green onions, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder
  6. Mix until well combined
  7. Transfer to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish
  8. Sprinkle with paprika and breadcrumbs
  9. Drizzle with remaining melted butter
  10. Bake for 45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly
  11. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving

Special Notes

These party potatoes are a crowd-pleasing side dish that's perfect for potlucks and gatherings. The combination of sour cream, mayonnaise, and cheese creates a rich, creamy texture. You can customize this recipe by adding different cheeses or herbs. The key is not to over-mash the potatoes to maintain some texture. This dish is perfect for holiday meals, parties, or any time you want to feed a crowd with comfort food.

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