Cheesy Twice Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Cheesy Twice Stuffed Baked Potatoes, a mouthwatering blend of creamy textures and bold flavors. Perfectly baked russet potato skins are loaded with a luscious filling of mashed potato, butter, sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of garlic, then enhanced with crispy bacon and fresh green onions. Topped with even more cheese and baked to golden, bubbly perfection, these stuffed potatoes make a hearty side dish or a satisfying main course. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a bake time that allows for hands-off cooking, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious. Ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or a cozy night in, these cheesy delights are sure to disappear off the plate.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:95 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. Pierce each potato several times with a fork.

Step 3

Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the skins are crisp and the insides are soft.

Step 4

Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes until they are safe to handle.

Step 5

Slice each potato in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the insides, leaving about 1/4-inch of the potato intact to maintain the shell's structure. Transfer the scooped-out potato flesh to a large mixing bowl.

Step 6

Mash the potato flesh with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Mix in the butter, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Stir until the mixture is well combined and creamy.

Step 7

Gently fold in half of the green onions and half of the crumbled bacon, reserving the rest for topping.

Step 8

Spoon the mashed potato mixture back into the potato skins, mounding it slightly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the tops with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 10

Return the stuffed potatoes to the baking sheet and bake them in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the potatoes from the oven and garnish with the reserved green onions and bacon.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2357.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3389.1

Total Fat 203.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 487.7mg	0%
Sodium 4782.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 305.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.6g
Protein 111.0g	0%

Vitamin D 49.0IU	0%
Calcium 1907.9mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 7845.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.4%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 34.9%