American · loaded potato
Bacon Cheddar Twice-Baked Potatoes
Crisp potato shells hold a creamy filling finished with melted cheddar, smoky bacon, and fresh scallions.
Cook
Make dinner
- 01
Heat the oven to 425°F. Prick the potatoes and bake directly on the rack until completely tender, 40 to 45 minutes.
- 02
Halve the potatoes lengthwise and scoop the flesh into a bowl, leaving sturdy shells.
- 03
Mash the potato with butter, sour cream, half the cheddar, half the bacon, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Spoon it back into the shells.
- 04
Top with the remaining cheddar and bacon and bake until melted and browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Finish with scallions.
Make it work
Useful swaps
- Use turkey bacon if pork is not welcome.
- Bake the potatoes ahead and refrigerate them for up to two days before filling.
Why this is a good weeknight call
It keeps the cleanup to one main pan. The ingredient list stays focused, and the recipe has a clear stopping point instead of extra optional projects.
