Description
A creamy and comforting casserole filled with buttery potatoes, cheese, and crispy turkey bacon, perfect for cozy family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 medium to large russet potatoes
- 1 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Additional toppings like crispy breadcrumbs or chives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash the russet potatoes thoroughly before pricking them with a fork. Wrap them in foil and bake for about 60 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Once cooled enough to handle, peel the potatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and milk to the potatoes. Use a sturdy fork or a potato masher to mash them until light and fluffy. Sprinkle in some salt and pepper.
- Fold in the crispy turkey bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions.
- Transfer the fluffy mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly. Top with additional cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool slightly before serving, then dig into this warm, comforting casserole with loved ones.
Notes
This casserole can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg