CRACK POTATOES CASSEROLE RECIPES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400° F.
• Spray a casserole dish with nonstick spray.
• Cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towel lined plate. Chop bacon into bits.
• Shred cheddar cheese.
• In a large mixing bowl combine thawed hashbrowns, bacon bits, ½ the shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and Ranch dressing mix.
• Spread potato mixture evenly in prepared casserole dish.
• Top potato mixture with remaining cheese and cover casserole with foil.
• Bake covered for 45 minutes.
• Remove foil and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes or until casserole is hot, bubbly and the edges are lightly browned.
• Let casserole sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Steps:

• Spray a 13" X 9" X 2" baking pan with non-stick cooking spray; set aside.
• In a bowl, combine soup, cheese, butter, onion, salt, and pepper. (or one of mixed season salts from above).
• Gently fold the potatoes into the mixture and pour into prepared pan.
• Bake in a 350 degree oven for 35-40 minutes, until heated through and top is browned.
• Note: If you're looking for a one-dish meal you can add ham to this recipe.