Bacon Ranch Potatoes
Casserole Cookbook
When I prepare mashed potatoes, I often make extras, just so we can have this casserole the next day.—Kathryn Hostetler, West Farmington, Ohio
SERVINGS: 8-10
CATEGORY: Side Dish
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep: 10 min. Bake: 35 min.
Ingredients:
- 6 cups mashed potatoes (prepared with milk and butter)
- 1 cup (8 ounces) 4% cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons ranch salad dressing mix
- 1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 25 crackers)
- 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
Directions:
In a bowl, combine the potatoes, cottage cheese, milk, onion and dressing mix. Spread in a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Top with bacon and cheese. Combine cracker crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly. Yield: 8-10 servings.