Reviewed: Apr. 14, 2012

I actually used Yukon Gold potatoes as I thought they would be a bit creamier. I seasoned the potatoes with some salt, added the chili powder and baked them in the oven the night before. I did leave out the butter, so many reviews seem to say leave it out or cut it back. I doubled the cheese/ranch dressing as I actually used 5 pounds of potatoes and many reviewers said, increase the amount. I added some garlic powder and minced onion. I only used half the cheese/ranch mixture to marinate the dish overnight and then to bake it the next day. I added some bacon bits before I baked. I agree with many reviewers, even though I salted the potatoes, used minced onion, bacon bits, and some garlic powder there is just something missing. You wouldn't think these would taste "flat" but they really did. Hmmm, maybe it needs a stronger cheese, but one that melts smoothly.

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ALIA_26

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Reviewed: Apr. 8, 2012

This was a tasty potato dish and a nice change from regular au gratin potatoes. I halved the recipe and used 1/2 packet of ranch seasoning mixed with 1/2 cup buttermilk. Yum!

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DiablosMom

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Living In: Missoula, Montana, USA

Reviewed: Apr. 8, 2012

I agree with others - this does not need all the butter. I used 4 tbsp and next time will use even less. The chili is a nice touch! Pretty good recipe!

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DEBIVEE

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Buffalo, New York, USA

Living In: Waterloo, Illinois, USA

Reviewed: Apr. 7, 2012

Yum! I made this over the grill, (Cooking the potatoes in the microwave until fork tender first), I mixed up everything except for the butter which I forgot and the cheese which I added the last 5 min on the grill to melt. I omitted the salt and didn't miss that or the butter. Thanks for the recipe:)

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Jog Dish

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

Reviewed: Mar. 25, 2012

I've made this twice, it turned out vastly different each time but still tasted delicious.

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Jayni201

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Mar. 16, 2012

We thought this was good. I'm glad I looked over the reviews before making because the 6 tablespoons of butter would of been way more than needed.

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Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Mar. 10, 2012

My husband loved this and said it may be his new favorite potato dish! Don't forget to spray the dish before putting your potatoes. I forgot and it was quite a mess to clean. Other than that, great side dish!

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adlundy

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Houston, Texas, USA

Living In: Austin, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Mar. 6, 2012

I did not care for this, but my parents really liked it. There was a flavor in it that turned me off. I think I might have liked it better with sharp cheese, but maybe it's just that warm ranch dressing isn't appealing to me. However, my dad went back for seconds (and thirds), so maybe it's just me...

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