The Ultimate Baked Stuffed Potatoes Recipe
Creamy baked stuffed potatoes, featuring bacon and cheddar, are a customizable dish made with just five core ingredients.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375 F.
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Prick 6 large russet potatoes.
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Rub potatoes with 2 tablespoons softened butter.
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Place potatoes on a rack in a baking sheet and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until soft.
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Remove from oven and cool for 20 minutes.
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Halve cooled potatoes lengthwise and scoop out the cooked flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch shell.
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In a large bowl, mash the scooped potato flesh with 4 tablespoons softened butter.
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Stir in 1/2 cup sour cream, 5 slices crumbled cooked bacon, 2 cups shredded cheddar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon white pepper; mash until fluffy.
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Spoon mixture back into potato shells and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon paprika.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, until puffed and golden.
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Garnish with thinly sliced scallions, if desired.