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Loaded Bacon Ranch Steakhouse Potato Salad

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A creamy, smoky, and tangy potato salad loaded with crispy bacon, ranch dressing, and cheddar cheese, perfect for BBQs and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes, washed and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crispy and chopped
  • 1 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with cold water by about an inch. Add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 12-15 minutes until tender but still holding shape.
  2. Drain the potatoes in a colander and rinse briefly with cold water to stop cooking. Set aside to cool completely.
  3. While potatoes cook, fry bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces once cooled.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add cooled potatoes, chopped bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, and parsley (if using) to the dressing. Gently fold together with a spatula, taking care not to mash the potatoes.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld.
  7. Before serving, gently stir the salad again and adjust salt or pepper if needed.

Notes

Do not overcook potatoes to avoid mushy texture. Use gentle folding to keep potato chunks intact. Chill salad for at least 1 hour for best flavor. Bacon can be oven-baked for less mess. Adjust ranch dressing thickness with milk or extra mayo if needed.

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