Loaded Mashed Potatoes
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Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Description
This Loaded Mashed Potatoes recipe uses prepared mashed potatoes combined with sour cream and ranch dressing mix for added tang and seasoning. Shredded cheddar cheese is folded into the mixture along with cooked, chopped bacon and thinly sliced green onions for texture and flavor contrast. The mixture is spread in a casserole dish and baked at moderate heat until heated through, then topped with additional cheddar cheese and baked briefly again for a melted, golden topping.
The dish balances creamy mashed potatoes with savory ranch and cheddar, plus the smoky bacon bits and subtle onion sharpness. It is a warm, cheesy, and filling side, especially suited for holiday dinners or potlucks.
The recipe is straightforward and works well with premade mashed potatoes, making it accessible when you want to add flavor and heartiness quickly.
Ingredients
- 6 cups mashed potatoes I prepare with butter and milk, prepared
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix unprepared (I use Hidden Valley brand)
- 2 cups cheddar cheese divided, shredded
- 6 lices Bacon chopped, cooked
- 6 green onions thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, 1 cup of cheese, bacon, and onions.
- Spread into a large casserole dish. Bake for 25 minutes or until heated.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle top with remaining 1 cup cheese. Return to oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted.
- Garnish if desired with extra bacon and green onions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 390 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 390kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 437mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 1032mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 735IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 26.6mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 385mg | 39% |
| Iron | 7.4mg | 41% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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