Ingredients:

6 cups potatoes, peeled and chopped

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

3/4 cup mayonnaise

1 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled

3 teaspoons garlic, minced

1/2 cup onion, chopped

How to make Mississippi Mud Potatoes:

Preheat the oven:

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.

Mix the ingredients:
On the prepared baking sheet, mix the chopped potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, cooked and crumbled bacon, minced garlic and chopped onion.

Add the mayonnaise:
Add the mayonnaise to the potato mixture and stir until everything is well coated.

Bake:
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 1/2 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and the tops are golden brown.

Serving:
Serve warm straight from the oven. Enjoy this creamy, cheesy, bacon-filled delight!

Grades:

For a lighter version, you can substitute the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt and use low-fat cheese.
Add jalapeños or chili flakes to give the dish a spicy kick.