Description
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our delectable BBQ Bacon Ranch Loaded Fries Casserole! This dish is a flavor explosion that combines crispy fries, savory bacon, melted cheese, and the irresistible tang of barbecue sauce and ranch dressing. It’s a crowd-pleasing masterpiece that’s perfect for game day gatherings, family dinners, or anytime you crave something truly satisfying.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes, cut into fries
- 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Cut the russet potatoes into fries, then season them with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Spread the seasoned fries in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they’re golden and crispy.
3. In a large casserole dish, layer the baked fries, crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
4. Drizzle the barbecue sauce and ranch dressing evenly over the top of the layered ingredients.
5. Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Remove the BBQ Bacon Ranch Loaded Fries Casserole from the oven and sprinkle the chopped green onions over the top. Serve hot and enjoy this irresistible comfort food creation!
Notes
For a healthier twist, you can use sweet potato fries instead of regular fries, or even try baking the fries with less oil to reduce the overall fat content. Substituting low-fat cheese or using a smaller amount of cheese can also help make this BBQ Bacon Ranch Loaded Fries Casserole a bit more nutritious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg