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A close-up food photograph of a loaded potato casserole in a white ceramic baking dish. The dish is topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon strips, and fresh chopped green scallions. The melted cheese has a bright orange-yellow color and creates a bubbly, stretchy surface. The bacon pieces are dark brown and crispy, scattered across the top. In the background, there is a small gray plate with a portion of the casserole, and a fresh green salad with mixed greens and purple cabbage in a white bowl. The entire scene is set on a dark wooden table with a navy blue cloth napkin visible in the frame. The lighting is warm and directional, creating subtle shadows and highlighting the glossy surface of the melted cheese. The composition is shot from a slightly elevated angle, with the baking dish positioned in the center of the frame.

Loaded Potato Casserole

This loaded potato casserole brings all the comfort of a baked potato in one easy, shareable dish. Packed with creamy potatoes, melted cheese, crispy bacon, and scallions, it’s a go-to meal for gatherings, leftovers, or a simple weeknight bake.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Large pot For boiling potatoes
  • Casserole Dish For baking the assembled casserole
  • Skillet For cooking bacon
  • Mixing bowl To combine all filling ingredients

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds russet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions plus more for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.
  • Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
  • Mash the potatoes lightly with sour cream, milk, butter, salt, and pepper. Leave a few chunks for texture.
  • Fold in 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese, most of the bacon, and green onions. Mix well.
  • Spread mixture into the casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese and bacon.
  • Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes or until hot and cheese is melted and golden.
  • Cool slightly. Sprinkle with extra green onions and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use leftover mashed or baked potatoes for quicker prep.
  • Add jalapeños or hot sauce for more heat.
  • Swap in different cheeses like Monterey Jack or smoked gouda for variety.
Keyword bacon potato bake, cheesy potato casserole, loaded potato casserole
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