Categories Christmas Recipes, Easy Recipes, Holiday Recipes, Side Dish, Thanksgiving Recipes

The Pioneer Woman’s Twice Baked Potato Casserole

by Annmarie

This Twice Baked Potato Casserole recipe from The Pioneer Woman is pure comfort food at its finest! Loaded with creamy mashed potatoes, crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and savory bites of potato skins, every spoonful is rich, hearty, and satisfying.

It’s also make-ahead and freezer-friendly, making it perfect for holidays, potlucks, or busy weeknights. This casserole takes all the best parts of classic twice-baked potatoes and turns them into an easy, crowd-pleasing dish everyone will love.

Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Easy Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Easy Twice Baked Potato Casserole

This Twice Baked Potato Casserole makes a perfect no-fuss side dish for a holiday meal. Loaded with creamy mashed potatoes, bacon, cheese and bites of potatoes skins. PLUS, it’s make-ahead and freezer friendly!

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • ½ pound bacon
  • 8 medium russet potatoes, Equal to about 6 pounds
  • 3 Tablespoons canola oil
  • 2 sticks salted butter, softened and sliced into cubes.
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

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Notes

Make-Ahead Method

  • This casserole can be prepared up to two days ahead of time. You will prepare the entire casserole as noted in the recipe but you'll hold off on baking it until you're ready to serve it, and will need to refrigerate it until then.
  • When you're ready to bake it, you'll want to cover the top and bake for 10-15 minutes. Then remove the top, and bake for 25 minutes.

Crock Pot Method

  • Follow the instructions as outlined, but assemble the casserole in the Crock Pot instead of a casserole dish.
  • Heat on low for 2 hours or on high for 1 hour. Once the cheese is melted, switch it to warm.
  • Garnish with green onions just before serving.

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