Indulge in a culinary journey with the tantalizing Potato Bacon Casserole, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will entice your palate. This delectable casserole showcases tender potatoes enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce, harmonized with the smoky, savory essence of bacon. Embark on a step-by-step adventure as we guide you through the process of crafting this comforting dish, ensuring every bite is a symphony of flavors. Along the way, discover variations of this classic casserole, including a vegetarian rendition that caters to diverse dietary preferences. Whether you seek a hearty main course or a delectable side dish, this collection of recipes offers something for every occasion and taste bud. So, gather your ingredients, ignite your culinary passion, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
POTATO BACON CASSEROLE
I came up with this recipe when unexpected company arrived and I didn't have enough lettuce and tomatoes on hand to make a traditional salad. Everyone enjoyed it so much that it became a regular at our table.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a greased 8-in. square baking dish, layer half of the potatoes, onion, bacon and cheese. Repeat layers., In a small bowl, whisk the egg, milk and seasoned salt; pour over potato mixture. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
TARTIFLETTE (FRENCH POTATO, BACON, AND CHEESE CASSEROLE)
This striking looking dish is basically a potato, onion, and bacon casserole, topped with Reblochon cheese.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Potatoes Au Gratin Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Boil unpeeled potatoes with salt in water over high heat; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are easily pierced with a knife but are not too soft, 15 to 25 minutes depending on size. Remove potatoes from water to cool.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium to medium-high heat until cooked but not quite crisp and most of the fat is rendered out, 5 to 7 minutes. Push bacon to one side of the pan and blot up some of the fat with a wadded paper towel. Add onion slices. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and cayenne. Cook and stir over medium heat until onions are soft, sweet, and golden, about 6 minutes. Add white wine; cook for 2 minutes and deglaze pan. Remove from heat.
- Cut wheel of cheese into 2 semi-circles. Place each half cut side down and split in half to form 2 more semi-circles, each with a rind side and creamy cheese side.
- When potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel off the skin. Slice into fairly thick slices, about 1/3 inch thick.
- Place a little over half the potato slices onto bottom of a 2-quart shallow baking dish. A little overlapping is fine. Sprinkle with a bit of salt. Pour in bacon/onion/wine mixture and spread over potatoes in an even layer. Arrange the remaining potato slices over the top, overlapping as needed. Spread creme fraiche over the potatoes. Place down cheese pieces, rind side up. Transfer pan to a baking sheet. Bake in center rack of preheated oven until browned and potatoes are tender, 45 to 50 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 90.6 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 21.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 1120.2 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
LEEK, POTATO, AND BACON CASSEROLE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h38m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven 325 degrees F.
- Butter an 8-by-8-inch square flameproof casserole dish. Halve the leeks lengthwise, and then cut them crosswise into half circles (There should be about 1 3/4 cups.). Put the cut leeks in the basket of a salad spinner, or a colander set in a bowl, and fill with water. Swish the leeks around to flush out any grit. Lift the basket from water--don't pour the water off or you will pour any grit right back over the leeks.
- Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and fry the bacon until crispy, about 5 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then crumble. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the pan drippings, add the butter and leeks, and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, put the potatoes in a small saucepan with the garlic, thyme, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt and water, to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, then drain. Discard the thyme and garlic and add potatoes to the leeks.
- In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs and half-and-half, then stir in the leek mixture, 1 cup of the cheese, the bacon, and nutmeg. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and some pepper. Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish, cover with foil and bake until just set but still moist, about 55 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Position a rack in the upper part of the oven and preheat the broiler. Scatter the remaining 1 cup cheese over the casserole and broil until the cheese browns, about 3 minutes. Set aside for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Unmold or serve from baking dish.
CHEESY CAULIFLOWER, POTATO AND BACON CASSEROLE
A nice twist to a classic. Layered and baked until golden brown. A great side dish for any meal. I prefer a grilled steak or some roasted chicken, but this is so good and creamy. Originated as a recipe I developed for a restaurant I worked for, this has been a long standing favorite of friends and family. Give it a try and I am sure you will enjoy.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 6-8 , 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Potato and Cauliflower Layer -- In a large pot of boiling salted water on medium high heat, cook the potatoes for about 10 minutes and then add the cauliflower and cook another 5 minutes under tender. Remove from the heat and drain. Using a potato masher or even just a fork, slightly mash. I like to do a rough mash for this dish. Add, salt, pepper, milk and butter and set to the side.
- Bacon, Pepper and Onion Layer -- In a medium saute pan, add the bacon and saute until crisp. Remove and let it drain on a paper plate lined with a paper towel. In the same pan, use the bacon drippings (no more than 1 teaspoon, you don't want too much oil) to cook the onion and red pepper red pepper until tender. Once the onion and pepper are done add the scallions, salt and pepper to taste and remove from the heat, drain if necessary (you don't want this oily) and set to the side.
- Cheese and Crumb Mixture -- In a small bowl, add the melted butter, bread crumbs and cheese and mix well to combine.
- Casserole -- In a casserole dish, spray with non stick spray and heat the oven to 375. Add a layer on the potato cauliflower mix; then a layer of the bacon, pepper and onions; then a layer of the cheese and bread crumb mix. Next, again, the potato cauliflower; bacon, pepper and onions; and then the cheese and bread crumbs.
- Bake -- Thirty (30) minutes until golden brown and bubbly. This is a great side dish and makes a great presentation when you cut into it and serve.
LEEK, POTATO, AND BACON CASSEROLE
Make and share this Leek, Potato, and Bacon Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by SweetSueAl
Categories Pork
Time 2h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven 325 degrees F.
- Butter an 8-by-8-inch square glass casserole dish. Halve the leeks lengthwise, and then cut them crosswise into half circles (There should be about 1 3/4 cups.). Put the cut leeks in the basket of a salad spinner, or a colander set in a bowl, and fill with water. Swish the leeks around to flush out any grit. Lift the basket from water--don't pour the water off or you will pour any grit right back over the leeks.
- Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and fry the bacon until crispy, about 5 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then crumble. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the pan drippings, add the butter and leeks, and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, put the potatoes in a small saucepan with the garlic, thyme, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt and water, to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, then drain. Discard the thyme and garlic and add potatoes to the leeks.
- In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs and half-and-half, then stir in the leek mixture, 1 cup of the cheese, the bacon, and nutmeg. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and some pepper. Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish, cover with foil and bake until just set but still moist, about 55 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Position a rack in the upper part of the oven and preheat the broiler. Scatter the remaining 1 cup cheese over the casserole and broil until the cheese browns, about 3 minutes. Set aside for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Unmold or serve from baking dish.
HEALTHY SWEET POTATO AND BACON BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
This casserole is a way to have healthy fats and delicious veggies without all the bad stuff. There is a punch of flavor in this and you can even package individually to eat throughout the week. One of my favorite go-to recipes. Top with cheese if desired.
Provided by The Noshologist
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs
Time 1h11m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Cook bacon in a skillet on medium heat until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Remove and chop coarsely.
- Cook sweet potato, broccoli, onion, and garlic in the same skillet until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add spinach; season with salt and pepper and cook until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Beat eggs in a bowl until foamy. Add bacon and spinach mixture and stir well. Pour mixture into the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until top and sides are golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 105.3 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 215.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
MASHED-POTATO CASSEROLE WITH GOUDA AND BACON
Provided by Rick Rodgers
Categories Potato Side Bake Kid-Friendly High Fiber Father's Day Dinner Casserole/Gratin Gouda Bacon Family Reunion Potluck Boil Bon Appétit Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Small Plates
Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Butter 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Cook bacon in heavy large skillet until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Chop bacon. Place in medium bowl. Add green onions; toss to distribute evenly.
- Place potatoes in large pot and add enough cold water to cover. Sprinkle with salt. Cover and boil with lid slightly ajar until potatoes are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain well.
- Return potatoes to pot. Cook over low heat, stirring often, until potatoes are dry and light film forms on bottom of pot, about 2 minutes. Add next 3 ingredients. Using potato masher, mash until almost smooth. Stir in 1 1/2 cups smoked Gouda and 1 cup bacon mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Spread potato mixture in prepared baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup Gouda over. DO AHEAD: Can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill potato mixture and remaining bacon mixture separately.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake potatoes until cheese melts and edges of potatoes are bubbling, about 30 minutes (40 minutes if chilled). Sprinkle reserved bacon mixture over and serve.
BACON SWISS POTATO CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE
I created this one when in need of a different potato dish to go with grilled steak. It was a big hit with everyone!
Provided by lillyofvalley
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Cauliflower
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Place potatoes and cauliflower into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender but firm, about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer potatoes and cauliflower to the prepared casserole dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion in the hot oil until transparent, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer cooked onion to the potato mixture.
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels and crumble over potato mixture, reserving bacon grease in skillet.
- Melt butter into bacon grease in skillet over medium-low heat; whisk flour into butter-bacon grease mixture. Gradually stir cream into flour mixture until smooth; add milk if cream sauce is too thick. Whisk half the Swiss cheese, half the mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into cream sauce until cheeses are melted.
- Pour cream sauce over potato mixture and toss to coat; top with remaining Swiss cheese and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is bubbling and cheese is lightly browned, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 119.1 mg, Fat 44.7 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 22.5 g, Sodium 546.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
BACON CHEDDAR RANCH POTATO CASSEROLE
This is such a quick and easy recipe..I also use the ready to use bacon or use Hormel Real bacon bits.
Provided by Parkers Mom
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook potatoes until tender;drain and place in 9x13 casserole dish.
- Mix mayo,milk and ranch dip package together,pour over potatoes and toss.
- Sprinkle cheese on top and add bacon.
- Bake at 350 for 30 minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.6, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 11.9, Sodium 235, Carbohydrate 41, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 5
SPICY SWEET POTATO AND BACON CASSEROLE
Make and share this Spicy Sweet Potato and Bacon Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 1h58m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Adjust oven rack to the middle position; preheat oven to 425°.
- Pulse the bread, butter, and 1/2 cup cheese in a food processor until coarsely ground.
- Cook the bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes.
- Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and pour off all but 1 tablespoon of fat.
- Cook the onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add in the garlic and cayenne; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir in the sweet potatoes, cream, buttermilk, and salt; decrease heat to med-low and cook, covered, until the potatoes are just tender, about 30 minutes.
- Off the heat, stir in the remaining 2 cups cheese, cooked bacon, and 4 of the scallions.
- Transfer the mixture to a 13 x 9 inch baking dish; top with the bread crumb mixture.
- Bake until the crumbs are golden brown, about 15 minutes.
- Cool 10 minutes, then sprinkle with the remaining scallion.
- Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.1, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 73.3, Sodium 1129, Carbohydrate 54.7, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 11.6, Protein 14.8
CRISP POTATO AND BACON CASSEROLE
This is a nice casserole dish that can be a side dish for either breakfast or dinner. From Bon Appetit, July 2004.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Potato
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 450°F.
- Peel potatoes and cut into 3/4-inch cubes.
- Transfer potatoes to a 2 1/2-quart shallow baking dish and toss with oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange potatoes in 1 layer and scatter bacon on top.
- Bake until bacon is crisp and potatoes are cooked through and golden around edges, about 35 minutes.
- Loosen potatoes with a metal spatula before removing from dish.
BACON RANCH POTATO CASSEROLE
Make and share this Bacon Ranch Potato Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Gary
Categories Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease a shallow casserole dish.
- Mix all ingredients in a large bowl, then spoon into the casserole dish.
- Bake uncovered 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.
MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE WITH GOUDA AND BACON
Wow! This recipe is from Bon Apetit and this casserole pairs well with pork loin or a roasted chicken. Heck, the casserole is a meal in itself. The flavor of bacon and gouda are wonderful together. be sure and use applewood bacon and smoked gouda for the best combination.
Provided by pamela t.
Categories Potato
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Grease 13 x 9 x2 inch pan or spray with cooking spray.
- Cook bacon in a large heavy skillet until browned; transfer to paper towels and drain.
- Chop bacon and place in a medium bowl.
- Chop green onions, green parts only and add to bowl.
- Shred the gouda cheese; set aside.
- Peel potatoes and cook in a large pot with enough water to cover; sprinkle with salt.
- Cover and boil with lid ajar until potatoes are fork tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain well and return potatoes to pot. Add sour cream, milk and butter.
- Using a potato masher, mash until almost smooth.
- Add 1 1/2 C shredded gouda cheese and 1 C bacon and onions.
- Spread potatoes into casserole and season with salt and pepper.
- Add remaining gouda over the top.
- Bake at 375 F until the cheese melts, about 30 minutes.
- Sprinkle with remaining bacon and onions and serve.
BACON, POTATO, CARROT, ONION CASSEROLE
This can be made the night before, refrigerated and cooked the next day.Quick, easy and delicious. Serve with hot biscuits. You can use precooked bacon pieces or turkey bacon or small pieces of ham! NOTE: i HAVE CHANGED THE AMOUNT OF MAYO (IT WAS A MISTAKE WHEN I FIRST PUBLISHED)
Provided by Montana Heart Song
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h20m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In large pot, put potato chunks in 2 qts of water and bring to boil, cover and cook about 10 minutes. Drain.
- In frying pan, cook bacon until slightly crisp. Take out of pan to cool.
- Note: Add 2 tblsp vegetable oil to pan if you are using precooked bacon and you need oil to fry onions.
- Add diced onions and boiled potatoes, cook until slightly browned.
- Use 1 tblsp of oil or bacon grease to coat a 4 qt casserole dish.
- Add onions and potatoes.
- Cut cooked bacon into pieces.
- Preheat oven 350*.
- In mixing bowl, add bacon, grated carrots.
- pimentos, mayonnaise, margarine, sour cream, celery seed, bonapetite seasoning, yellow mustard, salt and pepper.Mix well.
- Note: Delete 1/2 tsp salt if using bonapetite seasoning, that has salt, pepper and garlic. If you don't have that seasoning, use 1 clove crushed garlic or 1 tsp minced fresh garlic in a jar, the salt and white pepper.
- Caution: Use mustard only if you love the flavor of mustard because it will really flavor when combined with the mayonnaise.
- Pour over potatoes and onions.
- Cover the casserole.Cook one hour.If refrigerated allow an extra 10 minutes cooking time.
- After cooking let set 10 minutes.
- Addition: Serve a bowl of grated cheese on the side to sprinkle on top of each serving if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.1, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 14.4, Sodium 507, Carbohydrate 55.9, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 5.1, Protein 7.5
POOR MAN'S CASSEROLE (POTATO, EGG & BACON CASSEROLE)
Make and share this Poor Man's Casserole (Potato, Egg & Bacon Casserole) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Gorete
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F Peel and slice the potatoes about 1/2 inch thick, then cook in salted water just until tender (do not overcook). Drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking.
- Cut half a pound of your favorite bacon cut into 2 inch pieces setting aside about 3 uncooked slices for top. In a frying pan, cook the balance of the bacon pieces until it just starts to crisp.
- Slice the boiled eggs width wise about 1/4 inch thick.
- Using a deep casserole dish, layer 1/3 of the potatoes, 1/3 of the egg slices, and 1/2 of the cooked bacon. Repeat the layer. For the final layer, add the remaining potatoes, eggs and the raw pieces of bacon on top. I like to pour the bacon fat remaining in the frying pan over the whole dish.
- Bake uncovered in the oven for approximately 35 minutes, or until the bacon on the top is crisp. Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 840.9, Fat 36.6, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 411.6, Sodium 629.5, Carbohydrate 98.2, Fiber 12.2, Sugar 5.4, Protein 30.3
BACON-RANCH-POTATO CASSEROLE
Cannot find recipe on site.
Provided by Deborah Harroun
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon from skillet to paper towel- lined plate to drain. Set aside.
- In 4-quart Dutch oven, melt 3 tablespoons butter. Add onions; cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent. Stir in flour; cook and stir 1 minute.
- In 4-cup measuring cup, mix broth and half-and-half. Gradually add broth mixture to onion mixture, cooking and stirring with whisk about 3 minutes or until mixture begins to thicken. Stir in dressing mix and cheese; cook until cheese is melted. Add frozen potatoes; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until potatoes begin to thaw. Stir in sour cream and reserved bacon. Pour into ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish.
- Top mixture evenly with cereal. Drizzle 2 tablespoons melted butter over top.
- Bake 30 minutes. If cereal begins to get too brown, cover baking dish with foil.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
SPICY SWEET POTATO AND BACON CASSEROLE
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425. Pulse bread, butter and 1/2 cup cheese in food processor til coarsely ground Cook bacon til crips. Pour off all but 1 tbsp fat. Cook onion til softened about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cayenne and cook til fragrant about 30 seconds. Stir in sweet potatoes, cream, buttermilk and salt. Reduce heat to medium low and cook, covered, until potatoes are just tender about 30 minutes. Off heat stir in remaining cheese, cooked bacon and 4 scallions. Transfer fixture to 13x9 in pan and top with bread crumbs. Bake until crumbs are golden about 15 minutes. Cool 10 minutes, then sprinkle with remaining scallion.
CRISP POTATO AND BACON CASSEROLE
Categories Potato Side Bake Quick & Easy Casserole/Gratin Rosemary Bacon Fall Gourmet Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 450°F.
- Peel potatoes and cut into 3/4-inch cubes. Transfer potatoes to a 2 1/2-quart shallow baking dish and toss with oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Arrange potatoes in 1 layer and scatter bacon on top.
- Bake until bacon is crisp and potatoes are cooked through and golden around edges, about 35 minutes. Loosen potatoes with a metal spatula before removing from dish.
BACON, POTATO AND EGG CASSEROLE RECIPE
Provided by á-2502
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook until it is a nice crispy brown. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel lined plate. Roughly chop the bacon and set aside. Add the onion and red pepper to the skillet and cook over medium heat until tender. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and whisk in the milk. Stir in the cooked vegetables, potatoes, and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Set 3/4 cup of bacon aside and stir in the rest. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top remaining cheese and green onions. Bake for 20 minutes so the eggs start to set up. Carefully add the remaining bacon to the top of the casserole. Bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the eggs are firm and the top is slightly golden brown. Let stand for 10 minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm. Note: This casserole can be made in advance. Pour the mixture in the pan and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Bake when ready to eat. You can also reheat the casserole.
POTATO CASSEROLE WITH BACON & ONION
Steps:
- 1. Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and heat oven to 425 degrees. Grease 13 by 9-inch baking dish. 2. Cook bacon in medium saucepan over medium-low heat until crisp, 10 to 13 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towel-lined plate. Remove and discard all but 1 tablespoon fat from pot. Return pot to medium heat and add onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring frequently, until onion is soft and golden brown, about 25 minutes, adjusting heat and adding water 1 tablespoon at a time if onion or bottom of pot becomes too dark. Transfer onion to large bowl; add bacon, thyme, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper. Add broths to now-empty saucepan and bring to simmer over medium-high heat, scraping bottom of pan to loosen any browned bits. 3. Slice potatoes 1/8 inch thick. Transfer to bowl with onion mixture and toss to combine. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Firmly press down on mixture to compress into even layer. Carefully pour hot broth over top of potatoes. Dot surface evenly with butter. 4. Bake, uncovered, until potatoes are tender and golden brown on edges and most of liquid has been absorbed, 45 to 55 minutes. Transfer to wire rack and let stand for 20 minutes to fully absorb broth before cutting and serving.
Tips:
- Prep the Potatoes Right: For smooth, creamy mashed potatoes, use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes. Peel and cut them into evenly sized chunks to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the Bacon Perfectly: For crispy bacon bits, cook it over medium heat until it reaches your desired crispness. Drain on paper towels to remove excess grease.
- Flavorful Cheese Sauce: Use a combination of sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses for a rich and flavorful cheese sauce. Add a touch of garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika for extra flavor.
- Layer It Up: Layer the casserole in a baking dish, starting with the mashed potatoes, then bacon, cheese sauce, and finally, more mashed potatoes. This creates a visually appealing and flavorful dish.
- Crispy Breadcrumb Topping: Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter, garlic powder, and parsley for a crispy and golden brown topping. This adds texture and flavor to the casserole.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake the casserole in a preheated oven until the top is golden brown and the cheese sauce is bubbly. This usually takes around 30-35 minutes.
Conclusion:
The potato bacon casserole is a delicious and comforting dish perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a weeknight dinner. It combines the flavors of creamy mashed potatoes, crispy bacon, and a rich cheese sauce, topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust. By following the recipe and tips provided, you can easily create this crowd-pleasing casserole that will surely become a favorite in your household.
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