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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes

Cheesy Ranch Potatoes: A Quick Comfort Food Delight

This recipe for Cheesy Ranch Potatoes combines creamy ranch dressing, gooey cheese, and tender potatoes for a delightful side dish ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 3 cups potatoes starchy varieties like russet or Yukon gold
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup ranch dressing opt for homemade for a personal touch
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar recommended; mix in other cheeses for a twist

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Wash your chosen starchy potatoes thoroughly under cold running water. Cut the potatoes into bite-sized cubes, aiming for uniformity.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add the cubed potatoes and pour in the ranch dressing. Mix until every piece is well-coated.
  4. Add half of your shredded cheese into the potato mixture. Fold gently until evenly distributed.
  5. Lightly grease a baking dish. Transfer the creamy potato mixture into the greased dish, spreading it out evenly.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese generously over the top of the potato mixture.
  7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
  8. Let the Cheesy Ranch Potatoes cool for about five minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to sprinkle toppings like bacon bits or chopped herbs on top for an extra burst of flavor!

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