Ingredients
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- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub potatoes under cold water and prick several times with a fork. Bake directly on the oven rack for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
- Once cooled, slice each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides into a mixing bowl.
- Mix potato flesh with cheddar cheese, bacon, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Spoon filling back into potato skins and top with additional cheese if desired.
- Return stuffed potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added flavor variations, consider incorporating cream cheese or sautéed vegetables into your filling. - Ensure potatoes are completely cooked to avoid sogginess when stuffing. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.