Loaded Crack Potatoes
These Loaded Crack Potatoes are a creamy, cheesy potato casserole made with hash browns, bacon, sour cream, ranch seasoning, green onions, and cheddar cheese. It is rich, comforting, and perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
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Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup freshly chopped green onions
- 2 pounds frozen hash browns
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 16 ounces sour cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
Instructions
Preheat the oven.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Prepare the potato mixture.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the frozen hash browns, crumbled bacon, sour cream, chopped green onions, ranch seasoning mix, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Transfer to the baking dish.
- Spoon the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
Bake covered.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
Add the remaining cheese.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, and return the dish to the oven.
Finish baking.
- Bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is heated through.
Serve.
- Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest briefly before serving.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten free, confirm that the ranch seasoning mix, bacon, sour cream, frozen hash browns, and shredded cheddar cheese are certified gluten free or free from cross-contact concerns, as some packaged brands may contain additives or hidden gluten. If needed, replace the ranch seasoning packet with a homemade gluten-free ranch seasoning blend. Also be sure to use clean utensils, bowls, and baking dishes if preparing the casserole in a shared kitchen.