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Baked potato bar family dinner

Baked Potato Bar Family Dinner

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt for sprinkling
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1 cup steamed broccoli florets optional
  • 1 can 15 oz chili, warmed (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C); scrub potatoes and pat dry.
  2. Pierce potatoes several times with a fork; rub with oil and salt generously.
  3. Bake directly on oven rack with a sheet below for drips, 50-60 minutes until skins are crispy and centers pierce easily with a fork.
  4. Meanwhile, cook bacon until crispy, shred cheese, slice onions, and warm hot toppings such as chili or broccoli.
  5. Arrange toppings in separate bowls on table or counter.
  6. Cool potatoes 2-3 minutes; slit centers and gently squeeze ends to open.
  7. Let everyone add butter and favorite toppings. Try butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon, and green onions, or chili and cheese for a heartier meal.