These dreamy Loaded Scalloped Potatoes are the epitome of comforting tummy filling side dishes. Tender parboiled slices of fresh potatoes are smothered in a creamy sour cream sauce, seasoned with bacon and fresh chives and plenty of gooey cheese.
Loaded Scalloped Potatoes
The love of potatoes is universal, I think. Everyone loves those carb laden root vegetables in one form or another. Hence the reason, I have a plethora of potato casseroles that I turn to when I want to make an indulgent side dish. They're incredibly versatile and compliment so many entrees. I often make some sort of potato casserole when entertaining as they can be assembled in advance and baked just before serving. The creamy sauce, smokey bacon, cheddar cheese and chives, it's everything you love about a baked potato with the ease of serving it to a crowd.
Tips for Making Loaded Scalloped Potatoes
- To expedite dinner preparation, this casserole can be fully assembled, chilled and then baked when you're ready to eat.
- Be careful not to overcook the potatoes initially so, they'll maintain a pleasing texture after baking.
- You may use more, or less bacon to your personal taste.
- While I don't often cook with canned soups, it works very well in the dish.
- You may adapt using your favorite blend of cheese or what you have on hand.
- You may also like: Loaded BBQ Pork Potato Casserole from Mom on Timeout.
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Loaded Scalloped Potatoes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 495kcal
Ingredients
- 4 lbs russet potatoes thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 10 ¾ oz can cream of onion soup
- 1 10 ¾ oz can cream of potato soup
- 1 cup half and half
- 1 8 oz container sour cream
- ½ cup butter melted
- 8-10 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 0.4 oz packet dry buttermilk Ranch dressing mix
- ⅓ cup chopped chives or green onion divided
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray an 13 x 9- inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. Use a mandolin to thinly slice potatoes. Add to a large pot and cover with water. Add salt.
- Parboil for around 5 minutes or just until fork tender. Drain well.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together both soups, half & half, sour cream, butter, crumbled bacon, buttermilk dressing mix, chives and 1 ½ cups cheese.
- Add drained potatoes to the mixing bowl. Using a large spoon or spatula gently fold the potatoes int the sauce..
- Spread the potatoes evenly into the baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
- Sprinkle the top with chopped chives and allow to rest on the counter for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 495kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 1041mg | Potassium: 857mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 637IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 218mg | Iron: 2mg
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Wendy hardee
Question about dry buttermilk, are you referring to hidden valley buttermilk ranch dry packet. You can answer on here, that's my work email Thank you
Melissa
Yes, that's it Wendy.
Melissa
Hi Ashley! I would guess that you would at least need to double this recipe. If your family has a big appetite, consider tripling, it goes fast. Have fun with the family! ~ Melissa
Ashley Ost.
Hey Melissa, i would love to make this dish for my family reunion... there would be a lot of people there should i double or triple the recipe?
Melissa
Hi Emily! Wow, what a compliment, thanks so much for letting me know! Happy Easter to you and yours. ~ Melissa
Emily May
I have always disliked scalloped potatoes, but I decided I wanted to make some, last Thanksgiving. I used this recipe and...oh my gosh! They were soooo good! I'm making them again tomorrow (for Easter). Mmmm!