Baked Potato Casserole

This baked potato casserole makes a perfect side dish to bring to large family potlucks, picnics, and celebrations.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
• Calories: 354 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 cups sour cream
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 large onions, finely chopped
• 2 pounds bacon
• 2 cups mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon minced chives
• 10 pounds red potatoes
• 8 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 4 cups processed cheese sauce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble.

Step 2

Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, cool, and cut into cubes.

Step 3

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8-quart baking dish.

Step 4

Combine potatoes and bacon in a large bowl. Mix Cheddar cheese, cheese sauce, sour cream, mayonnaise, onions, chives, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir cheese mixture into potatoes; transfer to baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.

Step 5

Bake in preheated for 50 minutes; remove foil and continue baking until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.