LOADED RED POTATO CASSEROLE

Loaded Red Potato Casserole image

This potato casserole has the same flavor of the potato skins you can order as a restaurant appetizer. It's an ideal dish for tailgating and potlucks. -Charlane Gathy, Lexington, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

16 small red potatoes (about 1-3/4 pounds)
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain; return to pot., Mash potatoes, gradually adding milk, butter, pepper and salt. Spread into a greased 3-quart baking dish; sprinkle with 1 cup cheese and bacon. Dollop with sour cream; sprinkle with chives and remaining cheese., Bake, uncovered, until heated through and cheese is melted, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.