Aunt Rita'S Potatoes

Prep: 20 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A comforting potato casserole layered with cheddar, pimentos, vegetables, and crunchy cornflake topping, perfect for family dinners or potlucks with rich, cheesy flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 10 large potatoes
  • 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 oz jar pimentos, drained and diced
  • 1 tbsp chopped onion
  • 1 green pepper, diced
  • 1 slice white bread, cut into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup cornflake crumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water.
  3. Bring water to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and cook until potatoes are tender.
  4. Peel and dice the cooked potatoes.
  5. Put the diced potatoes into a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
  6. Mix shredded cheddar cheese, drained and diced pimentos, chopped onion, diced green pepper, and bread pieces in a bowl.
  7. Pour the mixture over the potatoes, mixing well to combine.
  8. Drizzle milk over the potato mixture.
  9. Sprinkle cornflake crumbs evenly over the top.
  10. Bake uncovered for one hour until golden and bubbling.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

700 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 13.1g 26% DV
Total Fat 45.3g 58% DV
Carbs 60.7g 22% DV
Fiber 4g 14% DV
Sugar 14.4g 29% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10165mg 100% DV
Potassium 689mg 15% DV
Cholesterol 101.3mg 34% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 140mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 51.5mg 57% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 326.5mg 25% DV
Iron 3.1mg 17% DV
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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