Ingredients
5 large potatoes, cooked and diced
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 1/2 lb shredded cheddar cheese
1 pt sour cream
2 bunches chopped green onions (saute, ed in bacon grease
1 salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Mix all ingredients. Pour into casserole and bake 30 minutes at 325 .
Serves 10-12.
Servings: 10 servings
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Categories: Casserole; Main Dish; Potato; Vegetable
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