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There's something about the combination of cheese and potatoes that brings out the best in both. And honestly, the more cheese the better. We've rounded up 9 outstanding recipes that show just some of the endless ways you can enjoy this classic duo in side dishes you'll love — from casseroles to twice-baked potatoes to cheese fries. Watch the video up top and scroll down to get our favorite cheesy potato recipes.
Teena's Bacon and Cheddar Potatoes
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This savory side dish is baked with mashed potatoes, bacon, and Cheddar cheese! Basically a spoonable twice-baked potato, and the best part: no peeling required.
"Scallop" Potatoes
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This fun take on scalloped potatoes from MyRecipes is so delicious, you'll want to tell all your friends about it. The potatoes are wonderfully browned on the top, but perfectly tender and creamy on the inside.
Tartiflette
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This Food & Wine tartiflette uses D'Affinois cheese, which is incredibly creamy yet mild, buttery, and sweet. Here, it's melted over tender, soft potatoes and jammy caramelized onions; a glug of dry white wine helps to cut the richness and highlight the sweet flavor.
Twice-Baked Potatoes with Fontina and Chives
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If you're ready to go beyond the standard pot of mashed potatoes, give these cheesy, twice-baked spuds from MyRecipes a go for your next dinner party or holiday feast.
Two-Toned Scalloped Potatoes
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Using both sweet potatoes and Yukon Gold potatoes in this MyRecipes dish gives classic, comforting scalloped potatoes a delicious upgrade, with a colorful appearance and a balance of flavors.
Caramelized Onion Potato Bake
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Give your mashed potatoes a little something extra. Southern Living transformed traditional French onion soup into a mashed potato version that is all things tasty and memorable. Gruyère cheese and caramelized onions make these potatoes truly special.
Loaded Baked Potato and Chicken Casserole
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MyRecipes makes a loaded up cheesy, chicken, and potato casserole that's as easy as 1-2-3. For lighter and more sensitive palates, reduce the hot sauce measurement by half.
Pimiento Cheese Fries
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Clear your table for these indulgent Pimiento Cheese Fries from Southern Living. The fries are smothered in pimiento cheese — pick your favorite! — and then topped with juicy, locally-sourced Conecuh sausage.
Flamin' Hot Tater Tots
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These Flamin' Hot Loaded Tots from MyRecipes have a salty and spice kick that you just can't quit. They're crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, while the cheese adds richness and the peppers add the perfect tanginess to cut through.
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