"Twice-baked potatoes have it all; they deliver the fluffy texture of mashed potatoes combined with the satisfyingly chewy texture of baked potato skins...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 medium russet potatoes (about 8 ounces each), scrubbed
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3-1/2 Tbs. unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1/2 cup crème fraîche or sour cream, at room temperature
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1/4 cup half-and-half, warmed
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3/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar or Gruyère
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1/4 cup lightly packed fi nely grated Parmigiano Reggiano (about 3/4 ounce)
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5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
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1/2 tsp. kosher salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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2 Tbs. snipped fresh chives or fi nely chopped scallions (both white and green parts; optional)