Jul 14 2026

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Loaded Baked Potato - Regular Recipe

Inspired by Copeland's of New Orleans

Time1h 15m

Serves4

Regular (serves 4-5)

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Ingredients

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Method

Preparation

1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
Prepare the Potatoes
Scrub the russet potatoes under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a towel.
3
Poke the Potatoes
Use a fork to poke several holes all over each potato to allow steam to escape while baking.
4
Season the Potatoes
Rub each potato with a little olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
5
Bake the Potatoes
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for about 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.

Cooking the Bacon

6
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess grease.
7
Chop the Bacon
Once cooled, chop the bacon into small pieces.

Assembling the Loaded Baked Potatoes

8
Prepare the Potatoes
Once the potatoes are fully baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
9
Slice the Potatoes
Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each potato lengthwise down the middle, creating a pocket.
10
Add Butter and Seasoning
Use a fork to fluff the insides of the potatoes. Add 1 tablespoon of butter to each potato, sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
11
Add Toppings
Top each potato with chopped bacon, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and green onions.

Serving

12
Serve
Serve the loaded baked potatoes warm as a delicious side or main dish.

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