Description
You will love this Loaded Twice Baked Potato Casserole. It combines the creamy, cheesy comfort of twice-baked potatoes with the ease of a simple casserole. This dish delivers maximum flavor with minimal fuss, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large Russet potatoes, baked
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus extra for topping
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Carefully slice the baked potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop out the potato flesh into a large bowl, leaving about a 1/4 inch shell intact for the casserole base.
- Add the warm milk, butter, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper to the potato flesh. Mash everything together until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the crumbled bacon and half of the green onions into the potato mixture.
- Spoon the potato mixture evenly back into the reserved potato skins placed in the prepared baking dish.
- Top the filled skins with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese and the Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Garnish with the remaining green onions before serving warm.
Notes
- For a make-ahead option, you can assemble the entire casserole, cover it, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.
- Use high-quality sharp cheddar for the best flavor payoff.
- Do not over-mash the potatoes; a slightly lumpy texture adds character.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg