Hot Baked Potato Salad

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Hot Baked Potato Salad—a hearty, crowd-pleasing twist on the traditional potato salad! Featuring tender russet potatoes, crispy bacon, and gooey melted cheddar cheese, this dish is irresistibly creamy thanks to a rich blend of sour cream and mayonnaise. A sprinkle of green onions adds a fresh pop of flavor, while a touch of paprika ties everything together with a hint of smoky warmth. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or cozy family dinners, this baked potato salad is served warm and bubbly straight from the oven, offering a savory alternative to the usual cold salads. Ready in just over an hour and packed with indulgent ingredients, it’s the side dish your table has been craving!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium russet potatoes
• 8 slices bacon
• 1.5 cups (shredded) cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 4 stalks (chopped) green onions
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Wash the potatoes thoroughly and cut them into bite-sized cubes. You can peel them if preferred, but leaving the skin on adds texture.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the potato cubes and cook for 10 minutes, or until they are just tender but not falling apart. Drain the potatoes and set aside.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble into small pieces.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir until smooth.

Step 6

Fold the drained potato cubes into the sour cream mixture until evenly coated.

Step 7

Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, the crumbled bacon (reserve some for garnish), and most of the green onions (save some for garnish). Mix gently to combine.

Step 8

Pour the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with the reserved bacon and green onions before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm as a comforting side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or holiday gatherings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1718.3 grams (1718.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3363

Total Fat 204.50g	262%
Saturated Fat 74.40g	372%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.90g
Cholesterol 437mg	146%
Sodium 5433mg	236%
Total Carbohydrate 294.90g	107%
Dietary Fiber 20.20g	72%
Total Sugars 28.90g
Protein 96.10g	192%

Vitamin D 10IU	51%
Calcium 1227mg	94%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 6835mg	145%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.1%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 34.6%