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Twice Baked Potatoes

Delicious Twice Baked Potatoes with Cheddar and Bacon Recipe

Twice Baked Potatoes deliver a delightfully creamy, cheesy filling and a crispy skin, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large Russet potatoes scrubbed clean
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese plus extra for topping
  • ½ cup cooked bacon bits
  • ½ cup full-fat sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and scrub the Russet potatoes clean.
  2. Bake the potatoes on the oven rack or a baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender.
  3. Once cool, cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh into a mixing bowl, leaving some for structure.
  4. Mix in cheddar cheese, sour cream, bacon bits, salt, pepper, and chives until smooth.
  5. Spoon the filling back into each potato skin and top with additional cheese if desired.
  6. Return stuffed potatoes to the oven for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 8gFat: 14g

Notes

Customize with different cheeses, toppings, or mix-ins as desired. Great for meal prep or special occasions.

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