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Description
These twice baked potatoes are the ultimate comfort food- a crisp, cheesy crust, with whipped potatoes and bacon is a winning combination of flavors. They are simple to make, and the time they take is well worth the effort. While any potato will work, Russet potatoes hold their shape and crisp up best during the baking process They're a perfect complement to grilled steak or chicken, but you can also serve them on their own as an entree with a crisp salad on the side. Uses KitchenAid® Hand Mixer.
Ingredients
- 4 russet potatoes (large)
- 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 tsp. fine sea salt
- 1/2 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
- 3/4 cup buttermilk (or half & half)
- 3/4 cup sour cream (or plain whole milk yogurt)
- 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter (melted)
- 3/4 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup bacon bits
- 1/4 cup fresh chives (snipped)
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt (fresh)
- 1/2 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish, optional)
- 1 Tbsp. fresh chives (snipped, for garnish, optional)
Directions
- Special Equipment: rimmed baking sheet; wire baking rack; aluminum foil; paring knife; spoon; pastry brush; spatula
- Position one oven rack in the upper middle position. Preheat the oven to 425ºF/220ºC/gas 7.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire baking rack on top. Scrub your potatoes well, then deeply pierce them with a fork several times on all sides.Place the potatoes on the baking rack and for them for 60-75 minutes, or until a knife easily pierces through to the center.
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Calories590Calories from Fat330 |
% DAILY VALUE |
Total Fat37g57% |
Saturated Fat21g105% |
Trans Fat |
Cholesterol95mg32% |
Sodium1100mg46% |
Potassium1100mg31% |
Protein19g |
Calories from Fat330 |
% DAILY VALUE |
Total Carbohydrate47g16% |
Dietary Fiber4g16% |
Sugars7g |
Vitamin A25% |
Vitamin C30% |
Calcium35% |
Iron15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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