twice baked potatoes

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Ofallon, MO
Updated on Mar 20, 2025

These easy twice-baked potatoes are loaded with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and green onions. They’re the perfect side dish for any meal. They are quick to prepare and can be prepped in advance.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Bake
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 - Russet potatoes
  • - olive oil
  • - salt for sprinkling potatoes
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup Monterey Jack finely shredded
  • 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese (reserve 1/2 cup for the tops)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 slices crispy cooked bacon, chopped
  • 1 - scallion, thinly sliced

How To Make twice baked potatoes

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Dry the potatoes after washing, prick them 2-3 times with a fork, rub them with oil, and sprinkle them with salt. Place them uncovered on a baking sheet. Bake potatoes for 45-60 minutes or until soft to the touch when gently squeezed. Remove from oven and allow to cool enough to handle them.
  • Step 2
    Cut the baked potatoes in half and scoop the flesh into a large bowl, leaving the outer 1/4-1/3-inch intact.
  • Step 3
    Add the sour cream, butter, Monterey Jack cheese, 1/2 cup cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
  • Step 4
    Mash the mixture with a potato masher. Add just enough milk to make them creamy.
  • Step 5
    Spoon the mashed mixture into the potatoes.
  • Step 6
    Top them with the remaining cheese and bake. Sprinkle with bacon and green onions.

Discover More

Category: Potatoes
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Potatoes

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