Farmer's Ranch Potatoes

Potatoes are baked in a rich creamy sauce and topped with a cheesy crunchy topping in this side dish casserole. I got this recipe from a farmer's wife who used to serve it to the men-folk with their mid-day meal. I get many requests to make this, especially by my 12-year-old daughter.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 323 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup butter, melted
• ⅔ cup sour cream
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 3 cups crushed cornflakes cereal
• ¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 pounds medium red potatoes
• ⅔ cup creamy Ranch salad dressing
• 6 slices bacon (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the potatoes in a large pot, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until fork tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, and cut into chunks, leaving the skins on.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Meanwhile, fry the bacon in a large skillet until browned and crisp. Drain, and set aside.

Step 3

Place the potatoes in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. In a medium bowl, stir together the sour cream, Ranch dressing, parsley, and 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese. Crumble in the bacon and stir. Pour over the potatoes in the baking dish. In a another bowl, mix together the cornflake crumbs, melted butter and remaining cheese. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 4

Bake for 40 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top of the casserole is browned and crisp.