Baked Potato With Cheddar And Bacon Recipe

Time1h 15m

Serves4

Make Baked Potato With Cheddar And Bacon Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash the Russet potatoes thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a paper towel. Using a fork, poke several holes in each potato to allow steam to escape during baking.
3
Bake the Potatoes
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the skins are crispy and a fork easily pierces the flesh.
4
Cook the Bacon
While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
5
Grate the Cheddar Cheese
Grate the cheddar cheese and set aside.
6
Prepare Chives
Chop the chives finely and set aside.

7
Slice and Fill Potatoes
Once the potatoes are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Carefully slice each potato lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Gently squeeze the ends to open them up.
8
Add Butter and Seasoning
Add 1 tablespoon of butter to each potato, allowing it to melt. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9
Top with Cheese and Bacon
Sprinkle a generous amount of grated cheddar cheese over each potato and top with crumbled bacon.
10
Add Sour Cream and Chives
Finish by adding a dollop of sour cream on top of each potato and sprinkle with chopped chives.