Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Loaded Smashed Potatoes! These fluffy, golden spuds are smashed to perfection and topped with ooey-gooey cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and a dollop of creamy sour cream. Whether it’s game day or a cozy family dinner, this dish is sure to impress and satisfy every craving. Get ready to enjoy a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp chopped chives or green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the russet potatoes under running water until clean.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until fork-tender but not falling apart.
- Drain and let cool slightly. Using a potato masher or fork, gently smash each potato until flattened but still chunky.
- Drizzle olive oil over each smashed potato, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and add dollops of sour cream and chopped chives or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg