Loaded Potato Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Loaded Potato Casserole, a decadent dish that's bursting with flavor in every bite. Featuring creamy mashed Russet potatoes blended with butter, milk, sour cream, and a hint of garlic and paprika, this casserole is layered with melty cheddar cheese, crispy crumbled bacon, and fresh green onions for a hearty, crowd-pleasing experience. Baked to golden perfection, this easy-to-make casserole is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or special occasions. Ready in under an hour, it serves as a satisfying side or even a stand-alone dish. Get ready to dive into this cheesy, bacon-filled delight that's sure to become a new favorite comfort classic!
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Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 8 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil or nonstick spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray.
Step 2
Peel and dice the potatoes into small chunks. Place them in a large pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
Step 3
Cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain well and return to the pot.
Step 4
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher. Add the butter, milk, sour cream, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix until creamy and smooth.
Step 5
Spread half of the mashed potatoes evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Step 6
Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions over the layer of mashed potatoes.
Step 7
Add the remaining mashed potatoes on top, spreading evenly to create a second layer.
Step 8
Finish by topping the casserole with the remaining cheese, bacon, and green onions.
Step 9
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is fully melted and bubbly.
Step 10
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your rich and delicious Loaded Potato Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1916.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3254.6 |
| Total Fat 189.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 104.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g | |
| Cholesterol 511.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5418.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 298.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.0g | |
| Protein 114.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 62.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1921.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 7474.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories