Loaded Baked Ranch Potatoes
350kcal
Ingredients
For the Potatoes
- 4 large russet potatoes the perfect vessel for holding all the delicious toppings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil a drizzle enhances flavor and helps achieve crispy skin
- 1 teaspoon salt essential for seasoning
- 1 teaspoon pepper adds a subtle kick
For the Toppings
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing the creamy goodness
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for ooey-gooey melt
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon chopped and crumbled
- 1/4 cup sour cream a cool, tangy finish
- 1/4 cup green onions fresh and vibrant
Method
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rub the scrubbed potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake the potatoes for about 45-60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from heat and crumble into pieces.
- Combine ranch dressing with a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Cool the baked potatoes slightly after removing them from the oven.
- Cut each potato lengthwise down the center and gently squeeze the ends to open them up.
- Drizzle ranch dressing inside each potato.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon over the potatoes.
- Return the loaded potatoes to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Top with sour cream and sliced green onions.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition
Serving1potatoCalories350kcalCarbohydrates45gProtein10gFat15gSaturated Fat7gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat5gCholesterol30mgSodium600mgPotassium950mgFiber5gSugar1gVitamin A500IUVitamin C10mgCalcium200mgIron2mg