Potatoes, a versatile root vegetable, and bacon, a delectable cured meat, come together in perfect harmony to create a scrumptious culinary delight known as cheesy potatoes with bacon. This dish tantalizes the taste buds with its medley of creamy, cheesy, crispy, and smoky flavors. Ideal for any occasion, be it a casual family dinner or an elegant brunch, cheesy potatoes with bacon are guaranteed to be a hit. Let's delve into the world of flavors and aromas as we explore the best recipes for this exceptional dish.
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CHEESY SCALLOPED POTATOES AND BACON
I love scalloped and au gratin potatoes. I love bacon. Putting them together makes for some serious comfort food!
Provided by getoutofmygalley
Categories Potato
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook bacon until done, but not crispy. Set aside on paper towels to absorb grease and pat dry. Cut into bite sized pieces when cool.
- Wash potatoes. Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add salt to the boiling water, then add the potatoes. Cook for 10-15 minutes in boiling water (the potatoes will finish cooking in the oven). Set aside and allow to cool. Once you're able to work with the half-cooked potatoes, slice them into 1/2" pieces.
- In saucepan, melt butter. Saute the onion slices until just tender; remove from pan and set aside. Making sure you still have enough butter in your pan, stir in flour and milk, whisking until smooth. Cook over low heat, stirring/whisking constantly for 1 minute. Add cheese and continue to stir until cheese melts. Stir in 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Mix in bacon.
- In a buttered 9x13 quart casserole, layer potatoes, onion, and cheese mixture. Continue to add layers until about one inch from the top, finishing off the top layer with the cheese mixture.
- Bake in a preheated 350°F oven, covered, for 45 minutes. Take the cover off of the casserole dish, sprinkle with green onions, and bake for another 5 minutes uncovered. Sprinkle lightly with garlic salt before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.2, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 60.2, Sodium 880.4, Carbohydrate 52, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 16.3
CRISPY CHEESE AND BACON POTATOES
Crispy roasted potatoes, topped with melting cheese and plenty of crisp bacon are a great side dish for any meal.
Provided by Mary Younkin
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- COOK THE BACON: Spread the bacon strips out across a large rimmed baking sheet pan and place on the middle rack of a COLD oven. Set the temperature to 400 degrees. Set a timer for 16 minutes and check the bacon. Remove it from the oven when it is as crisp or crunchy as you like. I remove ours at 18 minutes and it's a great balance of chewy crunch. If you like your bacon crispy enough to crumble, you will probably want to cook it another minute past that.
- COOK THE POTATOES: While the bacon is cooking, peel and chop the potatoes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel lined plate to drain. There should be 2-3 tablespoons of bacon grease left on the sheet pan. (If there is more than that, drain off a bit.) Put the potatoes on the pan and toss with tongs to thoroughly coat them in the bacon grease. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread the potatoes out in a single layer and bake for 20 minutes, stir well and bake an additional 20 minutes. Stir again, making sure that none of the potatoes are sticking to the tray. Bake another 15 minutes.
- Chop the bacon into small pieces. Remove the potatoes from the oven, stir again and sprinkle generously with shredded cheese and chopped bacon. Return the tray to the oven and bake an additional 2-3 minutes, until the cheese has melted. Top with sliced green onions just before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 51 mg, Sodium 841 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHEESY POTATOES WITH BACON
Cheesy Potatoes with Bacon will be your new favorite side dish. It features an easy cheese sauce made with Velveeta, Miracle Whip, salt and black pepper and a bacon topping that sends the humble potato out of this world.
Provided by Barbara
Categories Casserole Side Dish
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Boil washed, peeled and sliced potatoes in water until just fork tender; drain.
- Add back to the pan, and add diced Velveeta, Miracle whip, salt and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
- Pour into a greased 9x13 inch pan; layer uncooked bacon on top of potatoes. Bacon can be cut into small bite-sized pieces.
- Bake at 350 degrees F until bacon is done and potatoes are bubbly, around 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 kcal, Carbohydrate 49 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Sodium 1167 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BACON CHEDDAR BAKED POTATO RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: russet potatoes, olive oil, salt, shredded cheddar cheese, scallions, bacon, sour cream, butter, milk, pepper, chive
Provided by Vaughn Vreeland
Categories Sides
Yield 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Carefully pierce potatoes with a fork. On a baking sheet oil the potatoes well and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake for one hour. If making more potatoes, an additional 15 minutes per potato is needed.
- Once cooled, cut the potatoes vertically, scoop out the inside, and transfer to a bowl.
- In the bowl with the scooped out potato, add the cheese, scallions, ½ cup (110 g) of bacon, sour cream, butter, milk, and pepper, and mix well.
- Scoop the potato mixture back into the hollowed-out potatoes and top with cheddar cheese and remaining ¼ cup (55 G) of bacon bits.
- Bake an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Serve warm with sour cream and chives.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 808 calories, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 5 grams
BACON CHEESE POTATOES
I received this recipe from a friend who's a wonderful cook. This goes great with any main course, but it's especially good with ham. -Bertha Jensen, Mooresville, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. In a large bowl, mix potatoes with onion, cheese and mayonnaise., Transfer to an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with bacon and olives. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley and paprika if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 32g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 891mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
CHEESY BACON SCALLOPED POTATOES
This is one of those stick to your ribs side dishes and it's a huge hit with my family. I make it at least once a week and I like to take it to cookouts too.
Provided by heather3404
Categories Potato
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Peel and slice potatoes and set aside in a bowl of cold water.
- Saute onion with 1 tablespoons butter until golden. Add garlic and continue to saute until garlic is lightly colored. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In small sauce pan melt 2 tablespoons butter add 3 tablespoons flour. Stir constantly until mixture begins to bubble. Slowly add milk and stir constantly bringing sauce to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-4 minutes until sauce is thickened.
- Drain potatoes. Spray or grease 2 qt casserole dish and add potatoes, sauteed onions/garlic, and pour sauce over potatoes. Salt and pepper to taste (you can tell by tasting the sauce). Mix well. Sprinkle bacon pieces and cheese crumbles then lightly hand mix throughout dish.
- Optional: you can sprinkle parmesan cheese on top and/or 1/4 cup bread crumbs mixed with 2 tbsp melted butter for a crispier topping.
- Bake at 400°F for 1 - 1 1/2 hours uncovered or until top is golden brown and potatoes are tender. Cover with foil for the first 45 - 60 minutes of the cooking time if you add the bread crumb mixture or else it will burn with this high temp/long cook time.
ROASTED POTATOES WITH BACON, CHEESE, AND PARSLEY
These potatoes are hard to resist with their crispy roasted outsides and creamy delicious insides. I learned to shake the boiled potatoes before baking from an English caterer. Try it! It makes a difference.
Provided by Vicki
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Roasted Potato Recipes
Time 1h47m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place an oven rack in the bottom third of the oven and preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water and salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer until potatoes are just tender when pierced with a fork, about 12 minutes. Drain.
- Return potatoes to the pot; cover with a lid and shake pot vigorously, about 1 minute. Uncover and cool potatoes until easily handled, about 10 minutes. Peel potatoes and cut them crosswise into chunks.
- Place bacon in a skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until most of the fat has melted and bacon is tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, reserving bacon fat in the skillet.
- Brush the bottom of a shallow 10x15-inch baking pan with half of the bacon fat and olive oil. Sprinkle salt and pepper over potatoes and arrange in the baking pan.
- Roast potatoes in the preheated oven until golden brown on the bottom, about 30 minutes. Remove potatoes from oven and reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Turn potatoes over in baking pan. Top with bacon pieces, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and garlic. Drizzle remaining bacon fat on top.
- Return to the preheated oven and continue roasting until Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese is melted, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 1138.2 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
CHEESY MASHED POTATOES WITH BACON
Try a twist on your everyday potatoes with our Cheesy Mashed Potatoes with Bacon. Cheesy Mashed Potatoes with Bacon can be ready in just 30 minutes.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Sauces & Condiments
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings, 1/2 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook potatoes in large saucepan of boiling water 20 min. or until tender; drain potatoes. Return to saucepan.
- Mash potatoes. Add dressing, bacon, garlic powder and pepper; mix well.
- Stir in cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 5 g
BAKED CHEESY POTATOES
I have tried many potato casseroles and this one always gets rave reviews and recipe requests. It's the easiest to make too!
Provided by Annette
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In the microwave, melt cheese in a large microwave-safe bowl. Stir in mayonnaise, potatoes and onions. Spread in a 9x13 inch baking dish and top with bacon bits.
- Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, or until hot and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 49.2 mg, Fat 44.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 930.8 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
CHEESY BACON POTATOES
Try our fantastic Cheesy Bacon Potatoes recipe today. This Cheesy Bacon Potatoes recipe is an easy way to make your mashed potatoes even more memorable.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 10m
Yield 10 servings, about 1/2 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients until well blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 400 mg, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 6 g
Tips:
- Select the Right Potatoes: Use starchy potatoes like Russets or Yukon Golds for a fluffy texture. Avoid waxy potatoes like Red Potatoes, as they don't hold their shape well when cooked.
- Cut Potatoes Uniformly: Cut the potatoes into even-sized pieces to ensure even cooking. For a more rustic look, leave the skin on.
- Parboil Potatoes: Parboiling the potatoes before roasting helps achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior. Simply boil the potatoes in salted water until tender but still firm, about 10 minutes. Drain and let them cool before roasting.
- Use Good Quality Cheese: Opt for a flavorful cheese that melts well, such as sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Gruyère. Grating your own cheese provides a better melt and flavor compared to pre-shredded cheese.
- Season Generously: Don't be shy with seasonings! Salt and pepper are essential, but you can also add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or any other desired herbs and spices.
- Cook Bacon Until Crispy: Cook the bacon until it's crispy and golden brown. This adds a delightful smoky flavor and texture to the dish.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet with potatoes and bacon. This ensures even cooking and prevents steaming.
- Roast at High Temperature: Roast the potatoes and bacon at a high temperature, around 400°F (200°C), to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior.
- Garnish Before Serving: Before serving, sprinkle some chopped fresh herbs like chives, parsley, or cilantro over the dish for an extra burst of flavor and color.
Conclusion:
These Cheesy Potatoes with Bacon are an absolute delight, combining the irresistible flavors of crispy potatoes, melted cheese, and smoky bacon. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can elevate this dish to restaurant-quality goodness. From selecting the right potatoes to achieving the perfect balance of flavors, each step contributes to the overall success of this culinary masterpiece. So gather your ingredients, follow the recipe, and prepare to indulge in a cheesy, bacon-y potato extravaganza that will leave your taste buds craving more.
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