"Ready, Set, Cook! Special Edition Contest Entry: I did this first to see how the kids would like it. This is, to me, a Potato Skin/Baked Potato recipe combined. There are so many ways to do this but I decided to make this one basic & simple to start with. You can always add different items, such as broccoli or chili or stuff like that. I made it into a casserole so it can feed more people. Great for large family gatherings or events...."
INGREDIENTS
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1.5 (20 ounce) bags Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns
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1 (20 ounce) bag Simply Potatoes Diced Potatoes with Onion
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10 slices bacon
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1 tablespoon cilantro
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1/2 large red bell pepper
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7 green onion stems (use white only)
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1.5 (8 ounce) packages cheddar cheese
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16 ounces sour cream
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1 1/2 tablespoons chives
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salt (to taste) or pepper (to taste)
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garlic powder (to taste)
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paprika (to taste)
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butter-flavored cooking spray