Loaded Bacon Cheddar Potato Wedges
Loaded Bacon Cheddar Potato Wedges
Ingredients
For the Potato Wedges
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Toppings
- 6 strips bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the potato wedges, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss well until the potatoes are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Arrange the seasoned potato wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are not overcrowded to allow for even crisping.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping the wedges halfway through, until they are tender and lightly browned.
⏱️ 25 min•🌡️ 400
- 5
Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the hot potato wedges. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
⏱️ 7 min•🌡️ 400
- 6
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions. Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream on the side.
⏱️ 3 min
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Loaded Bacon Cheddar Potato Wedges
Ingredients
For the Potato Wedges
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Toppings
- 6 strips bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
In a large bowl, combine the potato wedges, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss well until the potatoes are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Arrange the seasoned potato wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are not overcrowded to allow for even crisping.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping the wedges halfway through, until they are tender and lightly browned.
⏱️ 25 min•🌡️ 400 - 5
Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the hot potato wedges. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
⏱️ 7 min•🌡️ 400 - 6
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions. Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream on the side.
⏱️ 3 min