Loaded Baked Potato Casserole
A creamy, cheesy casserole filled with tender potatoes, savory beef, and topped with crispy bacon and green onions.
Equipment
- Baking Dish 9-inch square or 9x13-inch
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 medium potatoes scrubbed and dried
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 0.5 pound beef cooked and chopped
- 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 0.75 cup sour cream
- 4 number green onions sliced
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and kosher salt, then place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45 to 60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork, flipping halfway through. Let cool for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch square or 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- Cut the cooled potatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
- Stir in the mayonnaise and sour cream thoroughly to create a creamy mixture.
- Mix in the shredded cheese, chopped beef, and sliced green onions into the potato mixture.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with additional shredded cheese and chopped beef for a delicious layer on top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes, removing the foil for the last 10 minutes.
- Top with sliced green onions before serving for a fresh crunch.
Notes
For a crispy topping, broil the casserole for a few minutes after baking.