Description
Twice Baked Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining the classic flavors of twice-baked potatoes into a creamy, cheesy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This casserole features fluffy russet potatoes blended with rich sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and flavorful ranch seasoning. It’s an ideal side for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy weeknight meals. With its hearty and satisfying texture, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large russet potatoes
- 12 oz bacon
- 1 cup half and half
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Ranch dressing mix
- Green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Scrub potatoes clean and pierce multiple times; rub with vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake potatoes on a baking sheet for 60-75 minutes until tender; reduce oven temperature to 350°F.
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp; drain and chop.
- Mash baked potatoes in a large bowl. Stir in sour cream, half-and-half, melted butter, ranch mix, garlic salt, onion powder, and black pepper until combined.
- Mix in bacon and 2 cups cheese; transfer to a greased 13×9-inch baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheese and dot with butter; bake for 35-45 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 casserole (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg