Description
This cheesy loaded potatoes recipe is the ultimate comfort food! Featuring tender potatoes, melty cheese, and crispy turkey bacon, this dish is creamy, flavorful, and easy to make. Perfect as a side dish or a main meal for family dinners, potlucks, or holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs potatoes (peeled & diced)
- 1 cup cooked turkey bacon (chopped)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half & half)
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup diced onion
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Fresh parsley or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Boil diced potatoes for 10-12 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a pan, melt butter and sauté onions until soft. Stir in garlic powder, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Add heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Layer half of the potatoes in the baking dish, sprinkle with cheddar cheese and turkey bacon. Repeat with another layer. Pour the creamy sauce over everything.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions and serve warm.
Notes
- Use different cheese blends for extra flavor.
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American