Easy Roasted Cheddar-Bacon Potato Salad is one of my go-to dishes when I want something hearty and satisfying that doesn’t keep me fussing in the kitchen all day. The roasted potatoes get all golden and crispy on the edges, and that melted cheddar just makes everything taste like a warm hug.
What makes this recipe truly special is the way we roast those potatoes first with good olive oil, salt, and pepper until they’re caramelized and tender—that’s where all the flavor comes from, dear. Then we toss them with creamy mayo, sharp cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon while they’re still warm, so everything gets cozy together.
I love bringing this to family gatherings because everyone always comes back for seconds, and it disappears faster than I can blink. It reminds me of the simpler times when we’d gather around the table and just enjoy good food made with love.
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Easy Roasted Cheddar-Bacon Potato Salad
Ingredients
- 3 pound Potatoes
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
- 1 cup Bacon
Instructions
- 1.
- Preheat oven to 425F.
- 2.
- Scrub potatoes and dice into bite-size pieces.
- Put in a bowl and toss with olive oil, salt & pepper.
- Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, tossing halfway through cooking, until browned.
- 3.
- While potatoes are still hot, transfer to a bowl and combine with mayo, cheddar cheese, and bacon bits.
- Taste and season as needed with salt and pepper.
- ** Best if served warm, but also good cold or reheated.
- Note: Depending on the potatoes you use, you might need to add more mayonnaise as some tend to soak it up more than others.
