Over-loaded Baked Potato Recipe
With our jalapeño pimento cheese & bacon
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Ingredients
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For the Baked Potatoes
For the Jalapeño Pimento Cheese
For the Topping
Method
Preparing the Baked Potatoes
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
- 3
Season the Potatoes
Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Bake the Potatoes
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until fork-tender.
Making the Jalapeño Pimento Cheese
- 5
Combine the Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, diced pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- 6
Mix Until Smooth
Using a hand mixer or a wooden spoon, mix until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.
- 7
Refrigerate
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Assembling the Baked Potatoes
- 8
Prepare the Potatoes for Topping
Once the potatoes are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Cut a slit down the center of each potato and gently squeeze the ends to open them up.
- 9
Add the Jalapeño Pimento Cheese
Spoon a generous amount of the jalapeño pimento cheese mixture into each opened potato.
- 10
Top with Bacon and Green Onions
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and chopped green onions over the cheese-filled potatoes.
- 11
Finish with Paprika
Dust a little paprika over the top for added flavor and presentation.
- 12
Serve
Serve the loaded baked potatoes warm and enjoy!
