Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with loaded sliced baked potatoes. Imagine fluffy, golden potatoes topped with rich cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, and a dollop of tangy sour cream. Perfect for any gathering or cozy family dinner, these delightful spuds are sure to impress and satisfy every palate. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, they transform simple ingredients into a memorable dish that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped chives or green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly; prick several times with a fork.
- Rub each potato with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place directly on the oven rack and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Carefully slice each potato down the middle without cutting all the way through.
- Load with cheese while hot, then add bacon bits, sour cream, and sprinkle with chives or green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded potato (250g)
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 30mg