Loaded Baked Potatoes
A classic American dish with crispy potatoes loaded with cheese, bacon, and sour cream.
20m
Prep Time
40m
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
4 large potatoes
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Wash and dry the potatoes. Prick the potatoes all over with a fork and rub each potato with a little olive oil.
Step 3
Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 4
Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Step 5
Cut a slit lengthwise in each potato and press the ends toward the center to fluff up the flesh.
Step 6
Top the potatoes with shredded cheese, bacon, sour cream, chives, salt, and pepper.
Step 7
Serve immediately.