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Loaded Baked Potato Casserole

Transform humble potatoes into a comforting and cheesy baked casserole with savory bacon and tangy sour cream.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Potato Base

  • 4 large large potatoes, peeled and diced Use russets or Yukon Golds for best texture.

Casserole Mixture

  • 1 cup sour cream Can be substituted with plain Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup bacon bits Rinse for less sodium or use fresh cooked bacon.
  • ¼ cup green onions, chopped
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large pot, boil the diced potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, green onions, milk, salt, pepper, and melted butter.
  • Fold in the cooled potatoes until well combined.
  • Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

Baking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until heated through and golden on top.

Serving

  • Serve warm. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before scooping.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding crumbled breakfast sausage or mixing in steamed broccoli florets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g
Keyword Cheesy Casserole, Comfort Food, Hearty Dinner, Loaded Baked Potato Casserole, Potato Recipes
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