Loaded Baked Potato Recipe

Time1h 15m

Serves4

butter, sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon, chives

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub the baking potatoes under running water to remove any dirt. Dry them thoroughly with a towel.
2
Bake the Potatoes
Using a fork, poke several holes in each potato to allow steam to escape. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the skin is crisp and a fork easily pierces the flesh.

3
Cook the Bacon
While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
4
Chop the Chives
Finely chop the chives and set aside for garnish.

5
Assemble the Loaded Potatoes
Once the potatoes are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Carefully cut a slit down the center of each potato. Gently push the ends towards each other to fluff the insides.
6
Add Butter and Sour Cream
Add a tablespoon of butter and a few spoonfuls of sour cream into each potato, allowing it to melt into the fluffy insides.
7
Top with Cheese and Bacon
Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese over each potato, followed by the crumbled bacon.
8
Garnish and Serve
Finally, sprinkle chopped chives on top for garnish. Serve immediately while hot.