Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Indulge in pure comfort with this irresistible Twice Baked Potato Casserole, a crowd-pleasing side dish that combines all the classic flavors of loaded baked potatoes in an easy-to-serve casserole form. Made with creamy mashed russet potatoes infused with butter, sour cream, and a hint of garlic, this dish is taken to the next level with the addition of sharp cheddar cheese, smoky crumbled bacon, and fresh chives. Topped with even more cheese and bacon for a golden, bubbly finish, it's baked to perfection for the ultimate cheesy goodness. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday feasts, this recipe is effortless to prepare and sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Serve warm for maximum savory satisfaction!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 large Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 1.5 cups Sour cream
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Cooked bacon, crumbled
• 0.25 cups Chives, chopped
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash the potatoes thoroughly, then pierce each one multiple times with a fork.

Step 3

Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 1 hour, or until the skins are crisp and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife.

Step 4

Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for about 10 minutes, until they are safe to handle.

Step 5

Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl, leaving the skins behind. Discard the skins.

Step 7

Add butter, sour cream, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to the bowl with the potato flesh. Mash until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Fold in 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and half of the crumbled bacon.

Step 9

Transfer the potato mixture into a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and bacon over the top.

Step 11

Bake the casserole at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Remove the casserole from the oven, garnish with chopped chives, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2860.9 grams (2860.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5263

Total Fat 302.50g	388%
Saturated Fat 158.90g	795%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.50g
Cholesterol 863mg	288%
Sodium 12467mg	542%
Total Carbohydrate 443.20g	161%
Dietary Fiber 34.10g	122%
Total Sugars 50.10g
Protein 224.70g	449%

Vitamin D 111IU	553%
Calcium 2600mg	200%
Iron 29mg	159%
Potassium 12185mg	259%

*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: 16.7%

Carbs: 32.9%