Loaded Ranch Smashed Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Place potatoes in a stock pot and cover completely with water. Bring water to boil on high and then reduce heat.
2. 2
   Cover pot and simmer potatoes for 25-30 minutes or until tender. Drain potatoes.
3. 3
   Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line a lipped baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray. Place potatoes on pan. Allow potatoes to cool for 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Using the palm of your hand, smash potatoes down to 1/2-inch thickness, being careful to keep potatoes in one piece.
5. 5
   Brush half the olive oil on potatoes and sprinkle with half the Ranch seasoning and salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6
   Bake 10-15 minutes or until bottoms are slightly browned. Flip potatoes, brush with remaining olive oil and Ranch seasoning and salt and pepper to taste. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
7. 7
   Sprinkle potatoes with cheese and bake for 2 minutes longer, until cheese is melted. Top with bacon and green onions and serve.