What Is Loaded Baked Potato Casserole?

Loaded baked potato casserole is essentially a loaded baked potato in casserole form!

It’s a comforting casserole consisting of mashed potatoes mixed with crumbled cooked bacon that’s added to a casserole dish and topped with shredded cheese and extra bacon. The casserole is baked in the oven before serving with freshly sliced green onions as garnish!

Loaded Baked Potato Casserole Ingredients

• Potatoes – Russets work best in this recipe, but you can use whatever potato you have on hand.
• Bacon – This will be cooked and crumbled to add to the top of the casserole. Cook it while the potatoes are boiling!
• Onion – Use your favorite onion here.
• Garlic – Fresh or from the jar.
• Butter – Omit the salt if you use salted butter.
• Sour Cream – Cut a few calories and use light.
• Cheddar cheese – Save some time and buy pre-shredded.
• Green Onion – Optional, but are always a great topping.
• Salt and pepper
• Oil