Loaded Bacon and Cheese Casserole
TOTAL TIME1 hr 20 mins
SKILL LEVELBeginner
SERVINGS4-6
About this RecipeThis loaded bacon and cheese casserole recipe truly lives up to its name—center cut bacon, eggs, potatoes, and sweet red bell peppers in a creamy, tangy cheddar cheese sauce. Whether you serve it on the weekends or make ahead for holidays or special occasions, it’s sure to satisfy!
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Ingredients
Gather Ingredients from the list below 2-3 tbsps. Olive oil, divided 2 cups Potatoes, diced into 1/2" cubes 1/2 Red bell pepper, diced 2 cloves Garlic, minced 6 Eggs 1/2 cup Milk 3/4 cup Heavy whipping cream 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese to taste Salt to taste Pepper
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Directions
1.
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2.
Toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them on a greased sheet pan.
3.
Line a second sheet pan with oversized parchment paper and lay out the bacon strips.
4.
Place the potatoes in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through; if your oven has space, add the bacon pan at the same time.
5.
Flip the bacon halfway through its 8–12 minute cook time, then remove both pans when the potatoes are lightly browned and the bacon is crisp.
6.
Pat the bacon with paper towels to remove excess grease, then cut it into bite-sized pieces.
7.
While the potatoes and bacon are cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small pan, sauté the red peppers for 2–3 minutes, then add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute; remove from heat.
8.
In a greased 8x8-inch casserole dish, combine the roasted potatoes, chopped bacon, sautéed red peppers, garlic, and 1 cup of shredded cheese.
9.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, salt, and pepper, then pour the mixture over the ingredients in the casserole dish.
10.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese on top and bake for 30–40 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
11.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
