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Twice-Baked Potatoes with Cheddar and Bacon

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Description

These twice-baked potatoes with cheddar and bacon are the kind of creamy, cheesy comfort food that’s actually worth the effort. Oven-baked to golden perfection, they make an irresistible Southern side dish—just as perfect for a cozy weeknight family dinner as they are for a special dinner party. Packed with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and a mashed potato filling, this classic recipe is one you’ll reach for again and again.

Ingredients

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  • 4 Russet Potatoes - about 1 pound each
  • 1/4 Cup Sour Cream
  • 1/4 Cup Whole Milk
  • 2 Tablespoons Butter
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
  • 1/4 Teaspoon White Pepper
  • 4-6 Pieces of Bacon - cooked then crumbled into bits
  • 3-4 Ounces Cheddar Cheese - grated
  • 2-3 Teaspoons Chives - finely minced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Scrub the potatoes clean, then pierce each one a few times with a fork. Place directly on a baking sheet and bake for 45–60 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender and the skins are crisp.
  2. Remove the potatoes from the oven and reduce the temperature to 350°F for the second bake.
  3. Slice each potato in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the insides, leaving about ¼ inch of potato around the edges to help the skins hold their shape. Place the potato skins back on the baking sheet. Place the scooped potato flesh into a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add the sour cream, milk, butter, salt, black pepper, and white pepper to the bowl. Mash until the mixture is smooth and creamy (a hand mixer or potato masher works great here). Fold in the crumbled bacon and chopped chives until everything is mixed well and creamy.
  5. Spoon the filling back into the potato shells - distributing evenly, mounding it slightly. Top with the shredded cheese on each potato.
  6. Return to the oven and bake at 350°F for 15–20 minutes until the tops are golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove and serve immediately while warm - enjoy!

Notes

  • The size of your potato will depend on the length of the first bake. If your potatoes are close to 1 pound each, then it will take closer to 1 hour for the first bake. Check at 45 minutes, then assess.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 potato
  • Calories: 202
  • Sugar: 1.1 g
  • Sodium: 465.2 mg
  • Fat: 13.1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15.1 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 6.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 30.1 mg

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