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Comforting Loaded Twice-Baked Potatoes Recipe with Sour Cream and Bacon

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A cozy and easy recipe featuring fluffy twice-baked russet potatoes loaded with creamy sour cream, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or comforting meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the potatoes clean, prick them a few times with a fork, and place them directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for 50-60 minutes until tender and skin is crisp.
  2. While the potatoes bake, cut bacon into small pieces and fry in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside. Reserve bacon fat if desired for sautéing green onions.
  3. Once potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut each in half lengthwise. Scoop out the fluffy insides into a large bowl, leaving a thin shell of potato attached to the skin.
  4. Add softened butter to the potato flesh and mash with a fork or potato masher until smooth but still slightly chunky. Stir in sour cream, half of the shredded cheddar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until creamy and well combined.
  5. Fold in the crispy bacon pieces and most of the green onions, reserving some for garnish. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Spoon the potato mixture back into the potato skins evenly. Place them on a baking sheet and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
  7. Bake the stuffed potatoes at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden on top.
  8. Remove from oven and garnish with the remaining green onions. Serve warm.

Notes

If potatoes are watery, add more sour cream or a sprinkle of flour to firm up the filling. Use room temperature butter and sour cream for smooth blending. For a crispier top, broil for the last 2 minutes but watch closely to avoid burning. Bacon can be cooked in the oven if no skillet is available.

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Keywords: twice-baked potatoes, loaded potatoes, sour cream, bacon, comfort food, easy dinner, cheesy potatoes

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