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Picnic Potatoes

Picnic Potatoes
We love potatoes, so I'm always searching for new ways to make them. I came up with this recipe as a change of pace from the usual baked potatoes. This dish travels well to a picnic or other gathering.
6-8 ServingsPrep: 35 min. + chilling

Ingredients

  • 8 to 10 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
  • 1-1/2 cups prepared Hidden Valley® Ranch
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  • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled, divided
  • Minced chives

Directions

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a
  • boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until
  • tender. Drain.
  • Transfer to a large bowl; mash (do not add milk, butter or
  • seasoning). Stir in salad dressing. Add the cheese, salt, pepper and
  • half of the bacon.
  • Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with
  • chives and remaining bacon. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20
  • minutes or until heated through. Yield: 6-8 servings.
Editor's Note: If a decorative edge is desired, spread all but 2 cups of the prepared potato mixture into baking dish. Using a pastry bag and large tip, pipe the reserved mixture around the edge of the dish.
© Taste of Home 2013

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Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 547 calories, 37 g fat (11 g saturated fat), 45 mg cholesterol, 729 mg sodium, 41 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 13 g protein.
© Taste of Home 2013