Lightened Skinny Cheesy Potato Casserole for Guilt-Free Comfort

This Skinny Cheesy Potato Casserole is a lighter version of a classic comfort food, providing rich flavors without the guilt.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

4 cups Russet Potatoes washed and peeled
1 cup Green Onions chopped, can substitute with chives
1 tablespoon Butter melted, can substitute with olive oil
2 ounces Low-Fat Cream Cheese
1.5 cups Plain Greek Yogurt 2% or non-fat
0.5 cup Low-Fat Milk can use almond or soy milk
1.5 teaspoons Kosher Salt adjust to taste
0.5 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
0.75 cup Part-Skim Mozzarella divided
0.75 cup Sharp Cheddar divided

Equipment

Casserole dish
box grater
large pot
Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a casserole dish with cooking oil.
Cut Russet potatoes in half and boil in salted water for 8-10 minutes, then drain and cool.
Grate the cooled potatoes into a large bowl using a box grater.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Fold the grated potatoes into the creamy mixture, then stir in chopped green onions and half of the shredded cheeses.
Spread the potato mixture in the casserole dish, topping with the remaining cheeses.
Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared a day in advance and stored until ready to bake. Avoid freezing due to high dairy content.

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