Loaded Baked Potato Casserole
Loaded Baked Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy mashed potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and tangy sour cream into a scrumptious dish. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this flavorful casserole is an unforgettable experience that will have your guests asking for seconds. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create a visually stunning and delicious meal everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sliced potatoes with sour cream, half the cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Layer half of the potato mixture in the baking dish followed by half of the remaining cheese. Repeat with the rest of the potato mixture and top with more cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Sprinkle chopped green onions on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using different cheeses like gouda or pepper jack. - Leftover baked potatoes can be used to save time in preparation. - To keep the casserole creamy when reheating, add a splash of milk if needed.