Healthy Recipes Main Dish Casserole Twice-Baked Potatoes Casserole 4.7 (7) 3 Reviews This twice-baked potatoes casserole has all the classic fixings in a creamy, smooth casserole. It can be prepped ahead of time, making it perfect for your next big gathering. By Carolyn Malcoun Carolyn Malcoun See More As EatingWell's Editorial Director, Carolyn Malcoun searches for cool farmers, chefs and other food stories to tell. She has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin and a culinary arts degree from New England Culinary Institute. She started at EatingWell as an intern in the Test Kitchen in 2005 and joined the editorial team soon after. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 29, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Jump to recipe Active Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings: 12 Nutrition Profile: High-Calcium Nut-Free Healthy Pregnancy Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Follow the 4 simple steps to make this casserole and it can be prepped ahead of time for meal prep options.This dish is a rich source of protein, supporting muscle maintenance and growth.A rich topping of Cheddar cheese adds extra flavor and appeal. Can I Microwave the Potatoes? Yes, you can! To microwave them, pierce the potatoes all over with a fork and place them on a large microwave-safe plate, omitting the oil. Microwave on High until tender, about 20 minutes. Should I Peel the Potatoes? There's no need to peel the potatoes. Potato skin is edible, nutritious and fiber-rich. Leaving the potato skins on adds texture to the casserole, as well. Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely What to Serve with Twice-Baked Potatoes Casserole This crowd-pleasing side dish can be prepared for a holiday meal or a weeknight dinner and pairs well with many main dishes, including Roasted Chicken with Pan Gravy, Rosemary-Garlic Pork Chops, Skillet Steak with Mushroom Sauce, Walnut-Rosemary Crusted Salmon and Horseradish-Crusted Beef Tenderloin. Serve with a side salad to complete the meal. Additional reporting by Jan Valdez Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1/2x 1x 2x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. This recipe was developed and tested at its original yield and has not been tested at other yields. Note that only the ingredient list is scaled, so you may need to make adjustments to ingredient amounts, cooking times and equipment sizes in the recipe steps. Scaling could also impact the nutrition analysis. Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings 3 pounds medium russet potatoes, scrubbed 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil ⅓ cup reduced-fat cream cheese ¼ cup sour cream 1 ½ cups whole milk 1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided 5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, divided ¼ cup thinly sliced scallions, plus more for garnish ¾ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground pepper Directions Preheat oven to 400°F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. Rub potatoes with oil and pierce all over with a fork. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake until tender, about 1 hour. Let cool slightly, about 10 minutes. Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Meanwhile, whisk cream cheese and sour cream together in a medium bowl until smooth; gradually whisk in milk until well incorporated. Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Coat a 9-by-13-inch ceramic baking dish with cooking spray. Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and roughly chop the halves. Place the chopped potatoes in a large bowl and, using a potato masher, mash until mostly smooth. Gradually add the milk mixture, stirring just until incorporated. Add 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup bacon, scallions, salt and pepper; stir until well combined. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup Cheddar. Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Bake until the cheese is melted and the edges are browned, about 25 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining bacon. Garnish with scallions, if desired. Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Equipment Large rimmed baking sheet, 9-by-13-inch ceramic baking dish, potato masher To make ahead Prepare through Step 3, cover and refrigerate for 8 to 12 hours. Continue with Step 4, but bake for an additional 15 minutes. Recipe developed by Jasmine Smith Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, August 2022 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 189 Calories 7g Fat 24g Carbs 9g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 12 Serving Size 2/3 cup Calories 189 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 24g 9% Dietary Fiber 2g 7% Total Sugars 3g Added Sugars 0g 0% Protein 9g 18% Total Fat 7g 9% Saturated Fat 4g 20% Cholesterol 23mg 8% Vitamin A 329IU 7% Vitamin C 8mg 9% Vitamin D 16IU 4% Folate 19mcg 5% Vitamin K 7mcg 6% Sodium 357mg 16% Calcium 264mg 20% Iron 1mg 6% Magnesium 30mg 7% Potassium 525mg 11% Zinc 1mg 9% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.