Ultimate Twice Baked Loaded Potato Casserole

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (375 for more powerful ovens).

Step 2

Wash potatoes thoroughly and bake or boil until fork tender. Drain well.

Step 3

Using a potato masher, mash potatoes in a large bowl or pot used to boil potatoes. Add garlic, butter, milk or cream, cream cheese, and sour cream. Mash until a creamy consistency is reached.

Step 4

Stir in 1 cup cheddar cheese, parsley, green onion, chives, salt and pepper until well combined. Cheddar cheese may not melt at this point as the previous ingredients will cool down the potatoes.

Step 5

Transfer into a 2 quart casserole dish.

Step 6

Top with remainder of cheddar cheese and bacon and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted, edges bubbly, and potatoes hot.

Step 7

Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley, chives or green onions and serve.