The Best Cheesy Ranch Potatoes recipe transforms simple yellow potatoes into a mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. The combination of buttery potatoes, zesty ranch seasoning, crispy bacon, and melty cheddar cheese creates a comforting and satisfying experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
With just a handful of ingredients and minimal preparation, this dish is as easy to make as it is delicious. They pair beautifully with a variety of main courses, like our favorite honey mustard chicken thighs, steaks or even a hearty salad.
Helpful Tips
- After cutting the potatoes into cubes, running them under cold water helps remove excess starch, which leads to a fluffier texture. Pat them dry thoroughly before seasoning to ensure they roast well.
- For the best flavor and texture, cook the bacon until it’s crispy. This not only adds a delicious crunch but also infuses the potatoes with that irresistible smoky flavor.
- After baking, allowing the potatoes to rest covered for 5-10 minutes helps the cheese melt perfectly and allows the flavors to meld together, making each bite even more delightful.
- Feel free to add extra toppings like green onions or different types of cheese for a personalized touch.
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The Best Cheesy Ranch Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds (680 g) yellow potatoes cut into cubes (about 3 large potatoes)
- 2 teaspoon (10 ml) olive oil
- Salt and pepper to season
- 2 tablespoons (28 g) butter
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) dry ranch seasoning
- 3 slices bacon
- 3/4 cup (85 g) cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the potatoes into cubes then run them under cold water to remove the starch.
- Pat them dry and place them in a bowl. Pour in the olive oil and toss to coat. Then season with salt and pepper.
- Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Pour the potatoes into the baking dish. Cut the butter into small pieces and space them evenly among the potatoes. Cover with tinfoil and bake for 50 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender.
- Meanwhile, cook the bacon to crispy and crumble it into small pieces.
- When done, remove the potatoes from the oven. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and the bacon pieces over the potatoes. Give it a stir. Then cover with the cheese.
- Place the tin foil back on the dish and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
Notes
- After cutting the potatoes into cubes, running them under cold water helps remove excess starch, which leads to a fluffier texture. Pat them dry thoroughly before seasoning to ensure they roast well.
- For the best flavor and texture, cook the bacon until it’s crispy. This not only adds a delicious crunch but also infuses the potatoes with that irresistible smoky flavor.
- After baking, allowing the potatoes to rest covered for 5-10 minutes helps the cheese melt perfectly and allows the flavors to meld together, making each bite even more delightful.
- Feel free to add extra toppings like green onions or different types of cheese for a personalized touch.
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Laura is a home cook, with 25 years experience behind the stove, who spends an extraordinary amount of time in the kitchen cooking. She loves making new recipes and finding wonderful new things to eat, both at home or abroad. She spends a lot of time researching, crafting, and perfecting her recipes and currently has a cookbook in development.
