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Baked Potatoes with Bacon and Cheese

Stuffed Loaded Baked Potatoes with Bacon

Indulge in these hearty stuffed baked potatoes filled with creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and a medley of delicious toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large Russet potatoes Choose firm potatoes for best results.
  • 4 tablespoons Olive oil For rubbing on potatoes before baking.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning the potatoes.
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning the potatoes.
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese For a creamy filling.
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream Adds creaminess to the filling.
  • 1/2 cup Green onions Chopped for garnish and flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Cooked bacon Crumble for the filling.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder For flavor enhancement.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion powder For flavor enhancement.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Paprika For a hint of smokiness.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • fork
  • knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub the potatoes under cold water, dry them, and pierce each potato several times with a fork.
  3. Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place them directly on the oven rack and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
  4. Once baked, let the potatoes cool for a few minutes. Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out some flesh into a mixing bowl.
  5. To the potato flesh, add shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, sour cream, chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  6. Spoon the filling back into the potato skins, packing it in well. Optionally, add more cheese on top.
  7. Place the stuffed potatoes back on a baking sheet and return to the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients or toppings.