Creamy and Delicious Twice Baked Potatoes

If you're looking for a comforting side dish that is sure to please, try making creamy and delicious twice-baked potatoes. These potatoes are loaded with cheesy goodness and topped with crispy bacon. They make a perfect accompaniment to any meal and are sure to be a hit with the whole family. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is quick and easy to make. Give it a try and enjoy the creamy and flavorful goodness of these twice-baked potatoes.

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Scrub the potatoes and pierce them with a fork several times. Place them directly on the oven rack.
3. Bake the potatoes for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
4. Remove the potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
5. Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the flesh, leaving a small border around the skin.
6. In a mixing bowl, mash the potato flesh with the butter, milk, sour cream, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Spoon the mashed potato mixture back into the potato skins. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top.
8. Place the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove the potatoes from the oven and sprinkle them with the crumbled bacon and chopped green onions.
10. Serve the twice-baked potatoes hot as a side dish with your favorite main course.

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