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Loaded Baked Ranch Potatoes Recipe

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These Loaded Baked Ranch Potatoes are a comforting and delicious side or snack featuring crispy oven-baked russet potatoes loaded with ranch dressing, melted cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, sour cream, and fresh green onions. Perfectly seasoned and easy to prepare, they make a flavorful crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 4 large russet potatoes (scrubbed and pierced with a fork)
  • Olive oil (for drizzling)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Toppings

  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing (or ranch seasoning mix)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon (crumbled)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)

Instructions

  1. Bake the Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Rub the scrubbed potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place them directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake the potatoes for about 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
  2. Prepare the Toppings: While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet and crumble into pieces. In a small bowl, combine the ranch dressing with a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Assemble the Loaded Potatoes: Once the potatoes are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Cut each potato lengthwise down the center, being careful not to cut all the way through. Gently squeeze the ends to open them up. Drizzle the ranch dressing inside each potato. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon generously over the potatoes. Place the loaded potatoes back in the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  4. Serve: Remove from the oven and top with sour cream and sliced green onions. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Loaded Baked Ranch Potatoes!

Notes

  • For extra crisp skin, bake the potatoes directly on the oven rack instead of a baking sheet.
  • You can substitute the ranch dressing with ranch seasoning mix mixed with sour cream or mayonnaise if preferred.
  • Feel free to customize toppings by adding jalapeños, diced tomatoes, or extra cheese varieties.
  • Leftover potatoes can be reheated in the oven to maintain their texture.

Keywords: baked potatoes, loaded potatoes, ranch potatoes, cheddar cheese, bacon, comfort food, easy side dish

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