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Alpine Potatoes Recipe

This comforting and cheesy Alpine Potato bake is a family favorite! Inspired by a local courthouse cookbook, this recipe features tender Idaho potatoes in a creamy, dreamy sauce, topped with crispy potato chips. Get ready for a delicious side dish or hearty main course that's perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 279.5 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.9 (8 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Alpine Potatoes

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of potato soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 cups diced potatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed potato chips

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How to Make Alpine Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Stir in cream of potato soup until smooth and heated through.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream until well combined.
  5. Add chopped onions, celery, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well.
  6. Gently stir in salt, pepper, and diced potatoes. Ensure potatoes are evenly coated.
  7. Pour the potato mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  8. Top evenly with crushed potato chips.
  9. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the topping is golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

63g

Carbs

4g

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