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Cheesy Potatoes with Crispy Cracker Topping Recipe

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This comforting Cheesy Potatoes recipe features tender Yukon gold potatoes mixed with a creamy blend of sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, and cheddar cheese, topped with a buttery, crunchy cheese cracker crust. Baked until golden and bubbly, it makes a perfect side dish for family dinners or holiday gatherings.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Cheesy Potatoes

  • 1½ pounds Yukon gold potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1½ teaspoons dried chives
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Topping

  • 3 ounces cheese flavored crackers
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • Spring onions, sliced, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the potatoes. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Peel the Yukon gold potatoes using a vegetable peeler, then dice them into ½-inch chunks. Add the potatoes to the boiling water and cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly tender. Drain the potatoes and set them aside to cool slightly.
  2. Preheat the oven. While the potatoes are cooling, preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) to prepare for baking.
  3. Make the sauce. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sour cream, condensed cream of mushroom soup, and dried chives until well combined. Fold the cooked potatoes gently into this mixture, then stir in ¾ of the shredded cheddar cheese. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  4. Assemble. Transfer the creamy potato mixture to a 9-inch baking dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  5. Add the topping. Crush the cheese flavored crackers into small crumbs and place them in a bowl. Stir in the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle this cracker topping evenly over the cheese-covered potatoes.
  6. Bake. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, until the potatoes are tender, the cheese is melted, and the topping is golden and bubbly. Remove from the oven and allow the dish to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve. Garnish the cheesy baked potatoes with sliced spring onions and serve warm as a delicious and comforting side dish.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add cooked and crumbled bacon into the potato mixture before baking.
  • If you prefer a crispier topping, broil the dish for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  • Allowing the dish to cool slightly helps the casserole set and makes it easier to serve.
  • You can substitute sharp white cheddar for a tangier taste or mix different cheeses like mozzarella and Monterey Jack for varied flavors.
  • To make the recipe gluten free, use gluten-free cream of mushroom soup and gluten-free cheese crackers.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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