This dish consistently impresses my dinner party guests.

Oven-Baked Loaded Potato Casserole

All the rich, savory flavors of a classic loaded baked potato come together in this crowd-pleasing casserole. Roasted russet potatoes are combined with crispy bacon, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and green onions for a side dish that’s perfect for holidays, BBQs, or cozy dinners at home.

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Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount
Russet potatoes (peeled and cubed)	5 large
Olive oil	1 tablespoon
Salt and black pepper	To taste
Bacon (cooked and crumbled)	1 cup
Cheddar cheese (shredded)	2 cups
Sour cream	½ cup
Green onions (chopped)	¼ cup
Butter (melted)	¼ cup

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Instructions

Step 1: Roast the Potatoes
Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the cubed potatoes in a large bowl and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, or until they’re golden and fork-tender.

Step 2: Mix the Casserole Filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted potatoes with crumbled bacon, 1½ cups of the shredded cheddar, sour cream, and half of the chopped green onions. Stir until well mixed.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and transfer the potato mixture into it. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese on top and bake for 15–20 minutes, until everything is hot and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve
Once out of the oven, top with the remaining green onions and serve warm.