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Cozy Loaded Twice-Baked Potato Casserole

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A quick and easy comfort food casserole featuring creamy mashed russet potatoes loaded with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and green onions, baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 3 green onions, sliced thin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, chopped chives, extra cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub russet potatoes clean and pat dry. Prick each potato several times with a fork.
  2. Bake potatoes directly on the oven rack or a baking sheet for 50-60 minutes until tender.
  3. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cool.
  4. Let potatoes cool for about 10 minutes until handleable. Slice each potato in half lengthwise.
  5. Scoop out potato flesh into a mixing bowl, being careful not to tear skins.
  6. Mash potato flesh with butter, sour cream, and milk until creamy but slightly textured. Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
  7. Fold in half the shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, and sliced green onions gently.
  8. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish and smooth the top.
  9. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Add optional toppings if desired.
  10. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and golden brown.
  11. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not over-mash the potatoes to avoid gluey texture. Use room temperature butter and sour cream for easier mixing. Cook bacon crisp but not burnt. Mix gently when folding in cheese and bacon. Tent casserole with foil if cheese browns too fast. Potatoes can be baked ahead and casserole assembled just before baking.

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