Twice-Baked Potato Casserole

This easy and delicious twice-baked potato casserole made with Cheddar cheese and bacon bits will be everyone's new favorite side dish.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 476 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
• 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
• salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon butter, softened
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives
• 10 russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 (3 ounce) package real bacon bits

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.

Step 2

Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese on top; continue baking until cheese is melted, 5 to 10 minutes more. Garnish with chives.

Step 3

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.

Step 4

Season potatoes with salt and mash until smooth. Stir in sour cream and cream cheese. Stir in 1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese and bacon bits. Spread potato mixture in the prepared baking pan.