Twice-Baked Polish Potatoes
A delicious and comforting side dish that's easy to make and impressive to serve. Fluffy potatoes are filled with a rich and creamy filling, topped with crispy bacon.
Ingredients
- ●4 large potatoes
- ●2 tablespoons butter
- ●1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- ●1/2 cup sour cream
- ●2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- ●1 teaspoon salt
- ●1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Scrub the potatoes clean and poke some holes in each with a fork.
- 3
Bake the potatoes for 45-60 minutes, or until they're tender when pierced with a fork.
- 4
While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon in a pan over medium heat until crispy.
- 5
Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- 6
Slice the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh, leaving a thin layer to hold the potato together.
- 7
In a bowl, mash the potato flesh with the butter, cheese, sour cream, chives, salt, and pepper.
- 8
Stuff each potato shell with the mashed potato mixture and top with crispy bacon.
- 9
Return the potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is heated through and the potatoes are golden brown.