Loaded Red Potato Casserole
A comforting and hearty casserole made with tender red potatoes, creamy goodness, crispy bacon, and melty cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian (can be made vegan by substituting ingredients)
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds red potatoes, diced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the red potatoes by washing and dicing them into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water for about 10-12 minutes until fork-tender.
- Mix the sour cream, milk, melted butter, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
- Combine the drained potatoes with the creamy mixture, bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions, stirring gently to coat.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For variations, try adding colorful veggies, spices, or fresh herbs. This casserole can be prepared in advance and frozen.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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