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Loaded Baked Potatoes

Seasoned recipe · Published October 30, 2026

Fluffy russet potatoes with crisp skins, piled with cheese, bacon, sour cream and chives.

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp coarse salt
• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 3 tbsp chopped chives
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

1. Heat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pierce potatoes several times with a fork, rub with oil and coarse salt.
2. Bake directly on the rack 50 to 60 minutes until the skin is crisp and a knife slides in easily.
3. Slice open lengthwise and fluff the inside with a fork. Add butter and season with salt and pepper.
4. Top each with cheese and return to the oven for 3 to 4 minutes until melted.
5. Finish with bacon, sour cream and chives.

Tips

• Don't wrap in foil. It steams the skin instead of crisping it.

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