Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 unit

potatoes

baked

1 cup

oil

1 cup

sour cream

2 unit

green onions

chopped

1 cup

cheddar cheese

grated

4 slice

bacon

fried and crumbled

0.5 cup

fresh mushrooms

sliced and sauteed

1 pinch

salt

1 tbsp

butter

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oil to 400°F (200°C) in a deep fryer or deep pan.

Step 2
~2 min

Bake the potatoes until fully cooked and tender.

Step 3
~2 min

Cut each baked potato into eight wedges, leaving the skins on.

Step 4
~2 min

Fry potato wedges in hot oil for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

Step 5
~2 min

Remove potato wedges from oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 6
~2 min

Slice fresh mushrooms.

Step 7
~2 min

Saute sliced mushrooms in butter until tender.

Step 8
~2 min

In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, chopped green onions, grated cheddar cheese, sauteed mushrooms, and salt.

Step 9
~2 min

Mix well to combine all ingredients.

Step 10
~2 min

Pour the dip into a serving bowl.

Step 11
~2 min

Place the serving bowl in the center of a round platter.

Step 12
~2 min

Arrange the fried potato wedges around the bowl.

Step 13
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy potatoes, soak the potato wedges in cold water for 30 minutes before frying.

Garnish with extra crumbled bacon and chopped green onions for added flavor and visual appeal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 min

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dip can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of ranch dressing.

Offer a variety of dipping sauces.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Burgers
Chicken wings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer in casual dining.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game day
Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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