K and W Cafeteria Restaurant Ranch Potato Casserole

K and W Cafeteria Restaurant Ranch Potato Casserole
An easy side dish - creamy ranch flavored potatoes with a hint of bacon, cheddar cheese and a crunchy-cheesy topping. A perfect comfort food that goes well with just about any entree.

Makes 8 servings

Casserole:
6-8 medium red potatoes (about 2 to 2 1/2 pounds)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup prepared ranch style dressing
1/4 cup bacon bits or crumbled cooked bacon
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Topping:
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups coarsely crushed cornflakes
1/4 cup butter, melted

Cook the potatoes until tender; quarter (leaving skins on if desired) and set aside.

Combine the sour cream, dressing, bacon, parsley and 1 cup cheese. Place potatoes in a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
Pour sour cream mixture over potatoes and gently toss.

Top with 1/2 cup of cheese. Combine cornflakes and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes.