Twice Baked Potatoes OR casserole

prep time:: 1 hr , 15 minutes
total time:: 1 hr , 30 minutes

Makes 12 servings

I can get even my pickiest eater to eat these potatoes.

ingredients

6 large baking potatoes, baked until tender
1 stick butter
1 1/2 to 2 cups sour cream, to taste
1 pkg Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix
2 cups Finely shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup bacon bits
1 clove garlic, pressed
salt and pepper to taste

directions

Bake potatoes; cool slightly. Either cut potatoes in half lengthwise, scooping pulp out leaving a thick-skinned shell, or peel potatoes. Put pulp of potates in mixing bowl along with butter. Mix well; add sour cream, HVR seasoning, and garlic. Add cheese and bacon; mix well. Either refill potato shells, or put potato mixture in a 1-1/2 quart casserole dish. Top with additional shredded cheese and green onions, if desired. Bake until pototoes are hot and cheese is melted.

Source: Tracey Saunders