Best 5 Italian Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole Recipes

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Calling all potato lovers! Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our Italian Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole, a dish that combines the comfort of classic mashed potatoes with a burst of Italian flavors. This ultimate comfort food features creamy mashed potatoes, tender vegetables, a flavorful Italian sausage, and three kinds of ooey, gooey cheese. But that's not all; we've also included two additional recipes to tantalize your taste buds: Cheesy Mashed Potato Casserole, a vegetarian delight, and Easy Mashed Potato Casserole, a simple yet satisfying classic.


**Italian Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole:**


- Creamy mashed potatoes blended with garlic and Parmesan cheese
- Sautéed onions, bell peppers, and zucchini for a medley of flavors
- Savory Italian sausage adding a hearty meaty texture
- Triple cheese extravaganza: mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan
- Topped with a crispy breadcrumb and Parmesan crust


**Cheesy Mashed Potato Casserole:**


- Velvety mashed potatoes infused with sharp cheddar cheese and garlic
- Crunchy onion and celery adding textural contrast
- Melted butter and milk for a rich and creamy texture
- Topped with a golden brown Parmesan cheese crust


**Easy Mashed Potato Casserole:**


- Classic mashed potatoes made with butter, milk, and herbs
- Creamy mushroom soup for a touch of umami
- Crispy onion straws for a delightful crunch
- Melted cheese topping for a cheesy, gooey finish


These irresistible mashed potato casseroles are perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a cozy night in. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's whip up some potato magic!

Let's cook with our recipes!

ITALIAN LOADED MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE



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An Italian Mashed Potato Casserole, filled with smoked provolone and salami, is a perfect side dish for a comfort food dinner. Topped with breadcrumbs for a crunchy top, this is will be a new family favorite.

Provided by I Just Make Sandwiches

Categories     Weeknight Dinners     Kid-Friendly     Comfort Food     Shellfish-Free     Full Meal     Egg-Free     Christmas     Entertaining     Hand Mixer     Fish-Free     Peanut-Free     Tree Nut-Free     Tomato-Free     Oven     Stove

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 Russet Potato
1 Bay Leaf
1/2 teaspoon Black Peppercorns
2 sprig Fresh Rosemary
1/2 cup Milk
1/4 cup Butter
1/4 cup Sour Cream
to taste Salt
to taste Ground Black Pepper
0.66 pound Provolone Cheese
2.5 ounce Salami
0.5 ounce Fresh Chives
3/4 cup Breadcrumbs
1/4 cup Butter

Steps:

  • In a medium sauce pot, bring Russet Potato (4) to boil in heavily salted water, along with the sachet of Bay Leaf (1), Black Peppercorns (1/2 teaspoon), and Fresh Rosemary (2 sprig).
  • Cook until potatoes are fork tender, about 35-40 minutes. Drain from water, once potatoes are done, and discard sachet.
  • In a small saucepot, warm up together Salt (to taste) and Milk (1/2 cup). Add Butter (1/4 cup) and Ground Black Pepper (to taste) and Sour Cream (1/4 cup).
  • Using a stand mixer, fixed with the whisk attachment, beat potatoes until mealy and broken up.
  • Slowly add milk mixture to potatoes. Once liquid has been added, speed up mixer and beat potatoes until creamy texture is achieved.
  • Add Provolone Cheese (0.66 pound), Fresh Chives (0.5 ounce), and Salami (2.5 ounce) to potatoes. Mix until well incorporated.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Grease a casserole dish with some of the Butter (1/4 cup) and some of the Breadcrumbs (3/4 cup). Scrape potato mixture out of mixing bowl and into breaded casserole dish. Even out the top and top with more bread crumbs and butter.
  • Place in preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Serve alongside your favorite roast or other main dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Protein 3.2 g, Fat 6.0 g, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Sugar 0.5 g, Sodium 110.9 mg, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15.9 mg, UnsaturatedFat 2.0 g

ITALIAN POTATO CASSEROLE



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After one taste, you'll see why this delicious dish won grand prize in a local newspaper cooking contest. It's a great variation on traditional shepherd's pie.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
3 cups mashed potatoes
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook sausage until no longer pink; drain. Place in a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Top with potatoes. In the same skillet, saute onion, green pepper and garlic in oil for 5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. , Stir in the mushrooms, tomatoes, olives, basil, salt and pepper. Spoon over potatoes to within 1 in. of edge of dish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and parsley on top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until top is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts :

LOADED MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE



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An easy loaded mashed potato casserole dish for the holidays, courtesy of my mother-in-law, Marie. This can be made the day before and baked right before serving.

Provided by Shelley D

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 1h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
8 strips bacon
⅔ cup chopped green or red bell pepper
½ cup chopped onion, or more to taste
¾ cup hot milk
6 tablespoons butter, plus more for greasing
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
1 (10 ounce) package sharp Cheddar cheese, cut into chunks
3 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter 2 large casserole dishes.
  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until browned and crispy, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble when cool enough to handle. Leave 2 tablespoons bacon drippings in the skillet and discard the rest.
  • Add bell pepper and onion to the drippings; cook and stir over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Combine potatoes, hot milk, butter, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; beat first on slow speed, then increasing to medium speed until fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add Cheddar cheese, eggs, bell pepper-onion mixture, and bacon. Beat again at medium speed until cheese is in smaller pieces, about 3 minutes. Fill each of the prepared casserole dishes 2/3 full of potatoes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through and potatoes have puffed up, 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 70.9 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 419.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

BAKED ITALIAN MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE



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These mashed potatoes are made extra yummy by adding garlic and mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Recipe can be prepared and refrigerated until serving time. Just increase cooking time to be sure casserole is heated through.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 large potatoes
3 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup milk
salt and black pepper (to taste)
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes with garlic until tender and drain.
  • Mash potatoes and garlic together and add 6 tablespoons of the butter and then add the milk.
  • Mash until potatoes are smooth.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
  • Stir to blend.
  • Use 1 tablespoon of the remaining butter to grease the bottom and sides of a casserole dish.
  • Coat the bottom and sides with breadcrumbs.
  • Spoon potato mixture into the dish and dot the top with the remaining tablespoon of butter.
  • Bake at 350° for about 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 594.7, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 15.8, Cholesterol 75.6, Sodium 482.4, Carbohydrate 73.3, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 3.9, Protein 18.9

EASY MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE



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Great for preparing beforehand and then an easy 35-minute bake when company comes over.

Provided by Dawnsigkap

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
9 large potatoes, peeled
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 (6 ounce) package cream cheese
1 teaspoon onion salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash ground black pepper
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pinch dried parsley flakes, or to taste
1 pinch paprika, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a casserole dish.
  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes; reserve water for mashing, if necessary. Add sour cream, cream cheese, onion salt, garlic powder, and pepper; beat until creamy. Pour into the prepared dish. Cover with Cheddar cheese, parsley, and paprika.
  • Bake, uncovered, until cheese is bubbly, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.4 calories, Carbohydrate 59.9 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 315.5 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

  • Use Yukon Gold or russet potatoes for a creamy and fluffy texture.
  • Boil potatoes in salted water to enhance their flavor.
  • Mash potatoes until smooth and free of lumps.
  • Use a combination of butter, milk, and sour cream to create a rich and flavorful mashed potato mixture.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, or basil, for added flavor and color.

Conclusion:

Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's a perfect comfort food for any occasion, and it's sure to be a hit with family and friends. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and crispy topping, this casserole is sure to satisfy everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful dish, give this Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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