Description
A delicious and indulgent cheesy loaded potato bake that combines creamy potatoes with savory toppings for a comforting dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add sour cream, milk, salt, and pepper to the potatoes and mash until smooth.
- Stir in half of the cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with additional green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños to the mixture.
- Can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg