Jalapeno Popper Potatoes

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These jalapeno popper potatoes are mashed potatoes baked with pepper Jack cheese, bacon, and jalapenos, for a spicy, rich side dish.

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Nicole McLaughlin
Nicole McLaughlin
Nicole McLaughlin

Nicole McLaughlin produces the educational and entertaining food series from Allrecipes; You Can Cook That. She is known for her relatability with the home-cook audience. With over 20 years in the culinary world, she is able to effectively deliver a bounty of knowledge, with a side of sarcastic wit.

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Published on March 10, 2025
blue casserole dish with mashed potatoes with cheese, jalapenos, and bacon
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
10 to 12
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 to 12 servings

  • 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cubed

  • 8 slices bacon, chopped

  • 3 jalapenos, seeded and chopped

  • 8 ounces pimento cheese with cream cheese added, such as Palmetto® cheese

  • 8 ounces pepper Jack cheese, shredded

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add potatoes and return to a boil. Cook until tender, 12 to 14 minutes. Drain potatoes and add them to a large bowl. 

  3. Meanwhile, cook bacon until crisp in a large skillet, drain, and set aside. Reserve drippings in pan. 

  4. Add jalapenos to drippings, and cook, stirring constantly until softened, about 2 minutes. Add jalapenos to potatoes.  

  5. Add in reserved bacon, pimento cheese, 1 1/2 cups pepper Jack cheese, and salt. Stir to combine. Transfer mixture to a casserole dish and top with remaining cheese.

  6. Bake in the preheated oven until browned and bubbly, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

361 Calories
20g Fat
30g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 361
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g 26%
Saturated Fat 9g 43%
Cholesterol 44mg 15%
Sodium 541mg 24%
Total Carbohydrate 30g 11%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 15g 30%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 277mg 21%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 821mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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