Cheesy Loaded Baked Potato Casserole

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cheesy Loaded Baked Potato Casserole.

1. Step 1

   Start by gathering all your ingredients for a seamless cooking experience.

2. Step 2

   Preheat your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish to ensure your casserole comes out easily.

3. Step 3

   In a large pot, place the halved Yukon Gold potatoes and cover them with salted water.

4. Step 4

   Bring the pot to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and let the potatoes simmer until they’re tender, which should take about 20 minutes.

5. Step 5

   Once done, drain the potatoes and return them to the pot to allow any excess moisture to evaporate.

6. Step 6

   While the potatoes are cooking, take a large skillet and arrange the bacon strips.

7. Step 7

   Cook them over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until they’re perfectly browned, roughly 10 minutes.

8. Step 8

   Once cooked, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble it into bite-sized pieces.

9. Step 9

   In the pot with the drained potatoes, mix in 1 1/2 cups of shredded Cheddar cheese, evaporated milk, 1/2 cup of sliced green onions, sour cream, half of the crumbled bacon, salt, and black pepper.

10. Step 10

    Use a potato masher to blend everything until it’s creamy and well combined.

11. Step 11

    Spread this delicious potato mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish.

12. Step 12

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

13. Step 13

    After this time, take the casserole out and sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese, green onions, and crumbled bacon on top.

14. Step 14

    Return it to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is beautifully melted.

15. Step 15

    Serve hot and savor every bite of your scrumptious Cheesy Loaded Baked Potato Casserole!.