When it comes to potatoes, I typically am pretty boring. I love the idea of trying new versions, however, rarely have the time to make them. I usually just stick to mashed or loaded and call it good. When I came across this recipe from Mama Plus One, I was instantly intrigued. Not only did the potatoes look amazing, but it really did not look too hard. I had grabbed a bag from the store and knew I had to try them.
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My husband grilled us some steaks and cheesy stuffed jalapenos while I had these cooking. The house smelled amazing and dinner was a success! The kids even went crazy over the potatoes. I think it must be due to the bacon…..bacon makes everything better, right??
Enjoy!!
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Mississippi Mud Potatoes
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 3 teaspoon garlic, minced
- ½ cup onion, chopped
Instructions
- In a 9 x 13 baking pan, combine the potatoes, cheese, bacon, garlic, and onion.
- Add in the mayonnaise and stir until coated.
- Place pan in preheated oven, 325 degrees, and bake for about 1 ½ hours, or until potatoes are tender.
- Remove from oven and serve!
Nutrition
Jan says
This recipe was delicious
Kristin says
Yay!!! So glad you enjoyed!!!
Joanie says
This looks delish! I’m wondering if I could use a bag of frozen hash browns, the ones that are cubed? Would it change the baking
time? Thank you!
Kristin says
Great question! I haven’t tried that personally, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. As for the bake time, I would think it would need to decrease since the potatoes are a bit smaller diced. I would cut off about 10 minutes and watch it from there. Be sure to keep me posted if you try it and what you think!
Julie says
Do you cook for one hour or one and 1/2 hours? The directions state 1 and 1/2 but the cook time above the directions state 1 hour.
Kristin says
Depends on how big the potato pieces are. Mine take about 1 1/2 hours, but around the one hour mark, start checking them! Enjoy!
Sandy says
These potatoes are similar to augratin BUT easier and better r!
Kristin says
Soooo tasty! Glad to hear you enjoyed them too!
PJ says
We have a local summer restaurant in my town called “Mississippi Muds’ and thought they added this as a new item. I haven’t made these yet but they look amazing. Thank you for sharing.
Kristin says
Oh yum! Be sure to give them a try and enjoy! They are a favorite in my house for sure!
Christine says
can this be made ahead and frozen?
Kristin says
I don’t recommend freezing because the potatoes get watery once thawed, I have heard from other people that have tried it. Sorry about that!
Diane says
We had far too many potatoes and was looking for something other than mashed potatoes to serve. One word…AMAZING!!
I also topped with some extra cheese and bacon before putting it in the oven. DELISH! This recipe is definitely a keeper!
Kristin says
Yay!! Love hearing this! So glad you enjoyed!!
Phyllis says
What type of potato should I used
Kristin says
Any type works as long as its diced, however, I love using Russet potatoes in this recipe. I have also used yukon gold potatoes and its a great option too!
Lydia R says
I have not made this yet! The picture looks delicious. I am NOT a mayonnaise person so I am going to substitute Greek yogurt for the mayo! I will update the rating once I make it. Hope it turns out just as delicious as your picture.
Kristin says
Yay!! Can’t wait to hear what you think!! Enjoy!!
Martha says
Made these today for a church carry-in dinner. They were a hit!
Kristin says
Yay!! Love hearing this! Glad you all enjoyed!
Shelley says
Quick question
How much bacon for 1 cup cooked and crumbled?
Kristin says
I use about 1/2 lb of bacon! Sometimes, I add extra because my family loves it, but you are good with 1/2 lb
Kristin says
I plan on making these one day before. I won’t have an oven. Do you think they would reheat well in a crockpot?
Kristin says
Although I haven’t tried it, that should work great. The only thing that I can see going wrong is the cut potatoes may start discoloring once cut and prepared if not cooked right away.
Nancy Turner says
I just looked it up :
1 cup(8 ozs.)= 10 strips of raw bacon
Or
1/2 cup(4ozs.)= 5 strips of raw bacon
Kristin says
Great information! Thanks for sharing!
Elaine Hubbard says
Should I add salt and pepper?
Kristin says
You can for sure! Season to taste! Some people don’t need to add it, others do, its all based on what you prefer!
Teri C. says
For a faster meal use sliced canned potatoes. Just rinse them in a colander first. I have gone all my life and have never used canned potatoes until recently when I saw a video of a woman making au gratin/scalloped potato recipe….oh my it’s a game changer. Nobody will know if you don’t tell. I’ve even used whole potatoes, rinsed and dried and cut up to make fried potatoes. Try it.
Kristin says
Wow! What a great tip! Thanks for sharing!!
Tom says
I wish you would include nutritional values.
Kristin says
Sorry about that! I just updated the recipe card to include that information! Enjoy!
Mary says
Did you use mild or sharp cheddar cheese?
Kristin says
I typically use mild, but either works!
Elizabeth Marx says
It is 2020 – the really awkward year and here I am making this. I’ve combined all and put it in my croc pot on slow. I will let you know how it comes out. The aroma of this food is absolutely fantastic!
Kristin says
Haha, I hope you enjoy! I haven’t done this in a slow cooker, so I am curious to hear how it turns out!
Jessica says
Do you know how many servings the Mississippi Mud Potatoes makes? Making these to feed a crowd of about 30 and wondering if I need to add to the recipe to make enough
Kristin says
I would say this recipe feeds about 12-15 servings. Depends on how much each person takes though. My suggestion for 30 people would be to double the recipe! Hope you enjoy!
Delora Schmidt says
Can you freeze this without the potatoes turning brown? I didn’t know since it’s covered in the cheese sauce.
Kristin says
Hmmm, I haven’t tried, however, I don’t know how that would work uncooked. If they are cooked, yes, they should freeze perfectly! If trying to freeze before cooking, I wouldn’t recommend that just in case it leads to dark coloring or too much additional liquid.
Dawn Deville says
Has anyone tried this in an Instant Pot? I’d love to have your recipe ideas.
Kristin says
Oooo, I haven’t tried that but bet it would be great! Not sure on the adaptions, but maybe I will give that a try soon!
Molly says
Can you refrigerate for a day before cooking?
Kristin says
I don’t see why not, however, the potatoes may brown a bit since they are peeled. It won’t affect the taste any, but perhaps appearance!
George Tompkins says
I’m going to make these today & I was thinking of sprinkling in a little of the hidden valley dip mix x in with it , has anyone tried this & what’s your thoughts ? Thanks George
Kristin says
That’s a great idea! We have an all-purpose seasoning we add to these when in the mood and its always a tasty addition. You can’t go wrong! Enjoy!
Margaret hudson says
I’m going to make this neek wee one day for supper
Kristin says
Hope you enjoy these!!!
Heather says
I am trying this tonight! It looks so yummy! I hope it turns out! Thanks for sharing.
Kristin says
Yea! Hope you enjoyed it!
Susan Dixon says
Can you leave peel on? I like to use white potatoes, they have a softer skin
Patti says
Should these be covered while baking?
Kristin says
Nope, no need to cover!
Dee says
How many people does this feed?Also I have a very similar recipe that uses cauliflower instead,only you do half mayo/half sour cream mixture and everyone goes crazy over it.No one can believe it is a vegetable dish.Its called “Loaded Cauliflower”.
Kristin says
This feeds about 8, sometimes more depending on portions taken! The cauliflower recipe sounds delicious, I will have to try that sometime!
Tim says
Whatcan I sub for the mayonnaise???
Kristin says
Sour cream works great! I have also heard Greek yogurt (plain) is a good substitution as well!!
Rosa Franklin says
I really wanna try this yummy
Kristin says
You’ll love these, they are quite tasty!
yolanda rome says
i will makethis recipe today and post it on my facebook page.
Kristin says
Oh yum! How did it turn out??
Patty Wedge says
Do the potatoes still taste yummy if you don’t have any bacon?
Kristin says
Definitely! I have made it with and without and its great!!
Hilda says
You can boil the potatoes in their “jackets” in other words with the skins on ahead! Then peeled and dice and only need about 30 minutes to cook! Just an fyi! They are delicious!
Kristin says
Great idea!! Sounds perfect!
Becky says
I use frozen O’Brien potatoes but had not thought about putting bacon in them!!! I’ve been making these for years, got the recipe from a church cookbook. The time is about the same too. 350* for 1hr or till your potatoes are done. Best to thaw the potatoes first but I do make them frozen too!!!!
Kristin says
Great idea on using frozen potatoes, I will need to try that next time! Thanks!!
Doris says
I’m a potatoe person….always looking for new recipes.this one looks amazing….Thank u so much
Kristin says
My pleasure! Enjoy!!
Sharon says
I think this dish could become a high end dish when we switch to cauliflower at 7.50 a head these days. 🙂
Kristin says
Ooooo, I love cauliflower, I bet that would be yummy!!
tom says
what kind of mayo miracle whip or hellmanns
Kristin says
Any type works, however, I prefer to use Hellmann’s 🙂
Alice says
Look delicious. Can hardly wait to try them. Would frozen potatoes work?
Kristin says
Hmmmm, you may not have to cook the potatoes as long, so just adjust the time a bit. Other than that, it should work great!!
Debbie says
These look great. I am so trying these for supper tonight!!!
Kristin says
How did they turn out???
kathy eichholz says
could i use something other then mayonaise? thanks
Kristin says
You can substitute sour cream in place of the mayonnaise 🙂
Donna Woycheese says
Can you substitute for mayonnaise?
Kristin says
You can use sour cream in place of the mayonnaise 🙂
Tiphanie Spaulding says
Could you use bacon bits instead of bacon?
Kristin says
Definitely!! I have done that before and it works just as well!!!
Susan the Farm Quilter says
SWEET!!! I have to make something for a potluck after church on Sunday and I’m making this!!! I’ll make it all up at home Saturday night and pop it in the oven at church so it can bake during the service! Thank you and Jenni for sharing this with us!!
Kristin says
Oh perfect! Be sure to let me know what you think when you try these!
Jenni S. at MamaPlusOne says
I’m so happy that you tried these out! Your photos look great.
Also, the bacon? It’s my favorite part. 🙂 Happy Friday!
Kristin says
Thanks for a fabulous recipe! My family thoroughly enjoyed these!!! Have a great weekend!!
Barb says
Hi Kristen…..these look excellent. Unfortunately way to many carbs for me, so I’m going to low carb it and try it with cauliflower. I may add a potato or two for texture.
BTW….Have you had the drawing for the bear claws yet?
Kristin says
Great thinking Barb, be sure to let me know how it turns out and what you think!!!
Yes, I had the drawing for the bear claws and emailed each of the winners this past week 🙂