Description
Loaded Baked Potato Casserole with Bacon is the ultimate comfort dish, combining creamy russet potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon for a flavor explosion. This hearty casserole is perfect for family dinners and gatherings, promising to warm hearts and satisfy appetites. With its rich aroma and golden-brown topping, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, diced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 oz thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Scrub and dice the russet potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- In a large bowl, mix diced potatoes, crumbled bacon, sour cream, melted butter, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish; sprinkle with extra cheese if desired.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg