Cheesy Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe

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Cheesy Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 15, 2024

These Cheesy Twice Baked Potatoes are a creamy and indulgent side dish that make the perfect accompaniment to any meal. With crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and a hint of green onions, these potatoes are the ultimate comfort food.

Ingredients

  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub the potatoes clean and pierce them with a fork. Bake in the oven for about 1 hour or until tender.
  3. Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin shell. Place the flesh in a bowl.
  4. Mash the potato flesh with sour cream, milk, butter, half of the cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, salt, and pepper.
  5. Fill the potato shells with the mashed potato mixture and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
  6. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Twice baked potatoes originated in the United States and have become a popular side dish at steakhouses and family gatherings.
  • The process of baking the potatoes twice gives them a crispy outer shell and a creamy, flavorful inside.