Baked Potatoes with Toppers
Transform your dinner routine with these irresistible Baked Potatoes with Toppers, the ultimate comfort-food canvas for creative customization. Perfectly baked Russet potatoes, crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, are elevated with a blend of classic toppings like creamy sour cream, sharp shredded cheddar, savory bacon bits, and a touch of freshness from chopped green onions and parsley. With minimal prep and just an hour of hands-off cook time, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you’re serving these baked potatoes as a standalone meal or a hearty side, their customizable nature makes them a crowd-pleasing favorite. Plus, with keywords like "easy baked potato recipe," "loaded potato toppings," and "comfort food ideas," this recipe will be your go-to for satisfying cravings with ease and flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions
- 0.25 cup Cooked bacon bits
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water and pat them dry with a clean towel.
Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while they bake.
Rub each potato with a thin coating of olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Remove the baked potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a slit along the top of each potato, then gently squeeze the ends to open the potato slightly.
Fluff the interior of the potato with a fork and add your desired toppings: a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, bacon bits, and optional parsley for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.8 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 920 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.7 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1551 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
