"loaded" Baked Potato Recipe
Topped with sour cream, butter, cheddar cheese, bacon bits & green onions.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Bake the Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub the russet potatoes under cold water, then pat them dry with a towel. Prick each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape. Rub them lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. 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.
- 2
Prepare the Toppings
While the potatoes are baking, prepare your toppings. Chop the green onions, cook the bacon until crispy and crumble it, and shred the cheddar cheese.
- 3
Assemble the Loaded Potatoes
Once the potatoes are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Carefully slice each potato open lengthwise, fluff the insides with a fork, and add butter to taste. Top each potato with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chopped green onions.
- 4
Serve and Enjoy
Serve the loaded baked potatoes immediately while they're hot. Add additional salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
