Loaded Cheddar & Bacon Bake

Like to add your own touches to a box mix? Try this deliciously loaded version of boxed potatoes. ...MORE + LESS -

Potatoes

1 box Betty Crocker* Au Gratin Scalloped Potatoes

2 cups (500 mL) boiling water

1 cup (250 mL) half-and-half or milk

2 tbsp (25 mL) butter

6 slices bacon, cooked, crumbled

1 cup (250 mL) shredded Monterey Jack Cheese

1/4 cup (50 mL) sliced green onions (4 medium)

1/4 tsp (1 mL) coarse ground black pepper

Topping

1/2 cup (125 mL) plain bread crumbs

2 tbsp (25 mL) butter, melted

1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh parsley

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1

Heat oven to 375ºF. In 2-quart casserole, mix potatoes, sauce mix, boiling water, half-and-half and butter. Stir in remaining potato ingredients.
2

Bake uncovered 25 minutes. In small bowl, mix bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake 8 minutes longer or until topping is golden. Sprinkle with parsley.

Do-Ahead : Prep your potatoes up to step 2 and refrigerate them covered for up to 24 hours.
Variation : No Jack cheese? Cheddar makes a flavorful stand in.