Loaded Twice Baked Potato Casserole 🥔

This Loaded Twice Baked Potato Casserole is pure comfort in a dish! With creamy mashed potatoes, crispy bacon, melty cheddar, and a hint of garlic, every bite is a savory masterpiece that feels like a warm hug.

Ingredients:

• 4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and chopped into cubes
• 4 cloves garlic, mashed
• 5 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup sour cream
• ½-1 cup heavy cream or milk (adjust for preferred creaminess)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 12 oz bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 tablespoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ cup green onions, finely chopped

Directions:

1. In a large pot, add the chopped potatoes and mashed garlic. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain well.
2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. Mash the cooked potatoes until smooth. Stir in butter, sour cream, and heavy cream until creamy and well-combined. Adjust the cream to reach your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Fold in 1 ½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese and most of the crumbled bacon, saving some for topping.
5. Transfer the mashed potato mixture into a 13×9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese and reserved bacon over the top.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and top with chopped green onions before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8

Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this Loaded Twice Baked Potato Casserole. The bacon, cheddar, and green onions bring each scoop to a new level of deliciousness!