Cheesy Ranch Potato Bake

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Cheesy Ranch Potato Bake, a creamy, cheesy, and flavor-packed side dish that's perfect for any meal. Featuring tender, roasted Russet potatoes tossed in olive oil and seasoned with garlic and onion powder, this recipe takes a classic potato bake to the next level with a luscious blend of ranch dressing, sour cream, and a generous blanket of melted cheddar cheese. Crispy bites of smoky bacon add a savory crunch, while optional green onion garnish lends a pop of freshness. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make dish is the perfect crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or family gatherings. Serve it warm straight from the oven and watch it disappear in no time! Keywords: Cheesy Ranch Potato Bake, easy potato side dish, ranch potato casserole, cheesy potato recipe, bacon potato bake.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized Russet potatoes
• 0.5 cup Ranch dressing
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 slices Cooked bacon
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Green onions (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or olive oil.

Step 2

Wash, peel, and dice the Russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, toss the diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through the cooking time.

Step 5

While the potatoes are baking, chop the cooked bacon into small pieces and set aside. Reserve a little extra for garnish, if desired.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix together the ranch dressing and sour cream until smooth.

Step 7

After 25 minutes, remove the potatoes from the oven and pour the ranch mixture over the top. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and the chopped bacon evenly over the potatoes.

Step 8

Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the potatoes are tender and golden brown.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top. Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired, and serve warm as a flavorful side dish for any meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1233.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2553.8

Total Fat 170.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 386.8mg	0%
Sodium 4576.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 101.3g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 1979.4mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 4204.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.1%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 26.6%