Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees and prepare a 9x13 baking dish by spraying with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the frozen potatoes, diced jalapeno, salt, pepper, paprika, evaporated milk, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and pepper jack cheese.

Step 3

Spread the potato mixture in the casserole dish and top with chopped bacon.

Step 4

Combine the melted butter and bread crumbs and sprinkle over the top of the casserole.

Step 5

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until the bread crumbs are toasted and the sauce is bubbling. Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.