Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Loaded Baked Potato Casserole. Creamy, cheesy, and topped with crispy bacon and green onions, this dish is perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to festive gatherings. With just a handful of simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a delectable side that will impress even the pickiest eaters. This make-ahead casserole allows you to save time while still serving up rich flavors that everyone will adore. Whether paired with grilled meats or enjoyed on its own, this Loaded Baked Potato Casserole is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large russet potatoes
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup diced green onions
- Seasonings: garlic powder, salt, pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and prepare a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick spray.
- Wash, peel, and dice the russet potatoes. Boil in a large pot of water until tender.
- Drain potatoes and return them to the pot. Mix in butter, cream cheese, sour cream, and milk until creamy.
- Stir in garlic powder, salt, pepper, cheddar cheese (1 1/2 cups), and crumbled bacon (1 cup). Transfer mixture to the prepared dish.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese and bacon. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool briefly before sprinkling with green onions and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 65mg