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Delicious Twice Baked Potato Casserole, baked and ready to serve, is shown as the featured image.

BEST TWICE BAKED POTATO CASSEROLE

This Twice Baked Potato Casserole elevates the humble baked potato to a creamy, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing dish. Fluffy Russet potatoes are combined with rich dairy, savory bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, then baked to golden perfection. It's the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large Russet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup milk or half-and-half
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet
  • Fork
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Potato masher or electric mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Grease or cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub potatoes and prick them several times with a fork.
  3. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork.
  4. Let potatoes cool slightly.
  5. Cut them in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the insides into a large mixing bowl, leaving a thin shell intact.
  6. Add butter, cream cheese, sour cream, 1/2 cup of the cheddar cheese, milk, bacon, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the potato pulp.
  7. Mash until smooth and creamy. You can use a potato masher for a rustic texture or an electric mixer for a super smooth consistency.
  8. Pour the mashed potato mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the potato mixture.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through.
  11. Garnish with additional crumbled bacon and green onions, if desired.
  12. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use thick-cut bacon or maple-smoked bacon. You can also add other cheeses, such as Monterey Jack, for a different flavor profile. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.