Ranch Bacon Smashed Red Potatoes

Creamy, savory, and irresistibly indulgent, Ranch Bacon Smashed Red Potatoes are the ultimate side dish to elevate any meal. Featuring tender red potatoes with their skins left on for added texture, this recipe perfectly blends buttery richness with the bold flavors of ranch seasoning, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese. A dollop of sour cream and a splash of milk make these potatoes ultra-creamy, while chopped green onions add a fresh, vibrant finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday feasts. Garnished with extra crumbled bacon and green onions, these smashed potatoes are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Keywords: Ranch Bacon Smashed Red Potatoes, creamy potato side dish, smashed red potatoes with bacon, easy ranch potato recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds red potatoes
• 6 slices bacon
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
• 0.5 cups sour cream
• 0.25 cups milk
• 0.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and scrub the red potatoes thoroughly. Leave the skins on for extra texture and flavor.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until they are fork-tender.

Step 4

While the potatoes cook, fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 6

Add the unsalted butter, sour cream, milk, ranch seasoning mix, salt, and black pepper to the potatoes. Use a potato masher or a large fork to smash the potatoes until they are slightly chunky but well blended. Adjust the consistency with additional milk, if needed.

Step 7

Fold in the crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions. Reserve some bacon and green onions for garnish, if desired.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.

Step 9

Transfer the smashed potatoes to a serving bowl. Garnish with the reserved bacon and green onions.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Ranch Bacon Smashed Red Potatoes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1308.8 grams (1308.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1915

Total Fat 111.40g	143%
Saturated Fat 62.50g	313%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 295mg	98%
Sodium 5037mg	219%
Total Carbohydrate 187.00g	68%
Dietary Fiber 18.80g	67%
Total Sugars 25.80g
Protein 58.50g	117%

Vitamin D 35IU	173%
Calcium 799mg	61%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 4244mg	90%

*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: 50.5%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 37.7%