Loaded Bacon Cheddar Ranch Potato Bake
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes loaded with bacon and cheddar—perfect for potlucks, brunch, or dinner. Crispy, creamy, and gone fast!
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large mixing bowl (for tossing potatoes)
- Skillet (for cooking bacon)
- Spatula or wooden spoon (for mixing)
- Knife and cutting board (for potatoes, onions)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 2 lbs baby red potatoes quartered
- 8 slices of bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 3 green onions chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup diced sweet onion optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, toss the quartered potatoes with olive oil, melted butter, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add half of the crumbled bacon and half the cheddar cheese to the potatoes and stir to combine.
- Spread the potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
