Monday, September 12, 2011

PICNIC POTATOES (Taste of Home)


Made this one for the family Labor Day celebration.  It was a HIT!  Very yummy!  Definitely going to use this one again.  Note: I just used a few fresh basil leaves for decoration.
 
INGREDIENTS:
8 to 10 medium potatoes, peeled and cut in four wedges
1-1/2 cups prepared ranch salad dressing
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled, divided
Minced chives

DIRECTIONS:
Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10/15 minutes or until tender. Drain.
Transfer to a large bowl; mash (do not add milk, butter or seasoning). Stir in salad dressing. Add the cheese, salt, pepper and half of the bacon.
Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with chives and remaining bacon. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Editor's Note: If a decorative edge is desired, spread all but 2 cups of the prepared potato mixture into baking dish. Using a pastry bag and large tip, pipe the reserved mixture around the edge of the dish.

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