Cheddar And Bacon Cheesy Potatoes

Cheesy Potatoes with Bacon will be your new favorite side dish. It features an easy cheese sauce made with Velveeta, Miracle Whip, salt and black pepper and a bacon topping that sends the humble potato out of this world.

Cheesy Potatoes with Bacon Recipe

Who doesn’t love easy cheesy potatoes?  The answer is almost nobody.  There are abundant recipes available but this one is my favorite.  When trying to decide what to name this recipe, there were also endless possibilities because this recipe is truly unique.  They are cheesy potatoes using Velveeta, cheesy potatoes with bacon, and cheesy potatoes with Miracle Whip – each of these is unique and each makes the dish extra yummy.

Other Recipes with Potatoes and Cheese

Cheesy potatoes show up in a lot of our recipes including Potato Casserole with Rice Krispies, 4-Ingredient Crock Pot Cheesy Potatoes, Mom’s Ham and Cheesy Potato Casserole, and Slow Cooker Smoked Sausage and Cheesy Potato Bake. Be sure to check out our post on how to make classic French Gratins which is a potato dish topped with cheese!

Ingredients

• Potatoes
• Velveeta (cheese melt)
• Miracle Whip
• Salt
• Black Pepper
• Bacon

How to Make Cheesy Potatoes with Velveeta Recipe

Step by Step Instructions

1. Boil washed, peeled and diced potatoes until barely fork tender.
2. Add diced Velveeta, Miracle Whip, salt and pepper and gently stir.
3. Pour into a greased dish. Sprinkle with pieces of uncooked bacon.
4. Bake at 350 degrees F until bacon is cooked and potatoes are bubbly.

Storage Instructions

Let leftovers cool to room temperature. Cover tightly or transfer to an airtight container, and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

For the full recipe for Velveeta Cheesy Potatoes with Bacon, scroll to the bottom of this post. 

Recipe Variations

• Substitute mayonnaise for miracle whip, if needed.
• Add a scoop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for a bit of tang.
• Make it extra cheesy by adding shredded cheddar cheese.
• Stir in a packet of dry ranch seasoning.
• Garnish with green onions.

Recipe FAQs

• This cheesy potato with bacon recipe features a 2 ingredient cheese sauce made with Velveeta and Miracle Whip.  It is simple and delicious.
• I sliced my washed and peeled potatoes before boiling, but in all reality, they get mushed up when stirring in the Velveeta and Miracle whip, so you can dice however you please.
• Use a big pot or a large skillet like this one (my new favorite) when boiling the potatoes. Drain the water carefully so you don’t burn yourself.
• When you boil the potatoes, you can under cook them just a bit because they will finish cooking in the oven.
• I love easy potato casseroles including our 4-ingredient version made in the crock pot.
• If you are adverse to bacon, this cheesy potato with Velveeta recipe is perfect without the bacon on top.  Bake until bubbly.

What to eat with cheesy scalloped potatoes?

Cheesy scalloped potatoes are a rich and decadent side dish, so they pair well with lighter main courses such as grilled or roasted chicken, steamed vegetables, or a fresh green salad. The combination of the creamy, cheesy potatoes with a lighter main course creates a well-balanced meal. Or, pretend you’re at a steak house, and pair the cheesy potatoes with a grilled steak, buttered rolls and a side salad.

What is the difference between scalloped potatoes and cheesy potatoes?

Scalloped potatoes are traditionally made with thinly sliced potatoes, layered in a casserole dish, and baked with a creamy white sauce. Cheesy potatoes, on the other hand, often use a cheese sauce, like Velveeta and/or shredded cheese, and sometimes have additional ingredients like bacon or sour cream. While both are delicious potato dishes, the main difference lies in the use of cheese and the method of preparation.

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