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Crack Potatoes
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5 from 23 votes

Crack Potatoes

For a flavor-packed potato side dish, make this delicious Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potato Bake. Tender potatoes topped with a seasoned creamy ranch sauce then topped with cheddar cheese and baked until hot and bubbly. Finish with crumbled bacon and green onions for the perfect potato casserole!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesy potato casserole, cheesy potatoes, ranch potatoes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 555kcal
Author: Jill

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds potatoes peeled and cubed
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cups grated cheddar cheese divided
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 green onion chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Boil the potatoes in a large pot of water over high heat until fork tender. Drain the water from the pot and transfer the potatoes to a 2-quart baking dish. Season the potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and 1 cup of the cheese. Pour the mixture all over the potatoes in the baking dish and toss lightly to coat the potatoes.
  • Bake uncovered at 400°F for 15 minutes.
  • Remove the casserole from oven and top with the remaining cheese and bacon. Return the dish to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, until cheese is melted. Top with the chopped green onion and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 555kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 765mg | Potassium: 759mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 524IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 309mg | Iron: 2mg