Fluffy potatoes filled with creamy toppings, crispy bacon, melted cheese, and fresh herbs for ultimate comfort.
# Ingredient List:
→ Base
01 - 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
→ Toppings
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - ½ cup sour cream
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 4 slices bacon
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - Pierce each potato several times with a fork. Place directly on oven rack.
03 - Bake for 50–60 minutes until skins are crisp and flesh is tender when pierced.
04 - While potatoes bake, cook bacon in skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
05 - Remove potatoes from oven. Cut lengthwise slit in top of each and gently squeeze sides to open.
06 - Fluff flesh with fork. Add ½ tablespoon butter and pinch of salt and pepper to each potato.
07 - Top each with 2 tablespoons sour cream, ¼ cup cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and sprinkle of chives. Serve hot.
