The Big Potato
Meet your new favorite comfort food: "The Big Potato" — a loaded baked potato recipe that’s big on flavor and satisfaction! Perfectly baked to achieve crispy skin and fluffy interior, this oversized russet potato is elevated with a rich blend of butter, garlic powder, and gooey melted cheddar cheese. Topped with creamy sour cream, smoky crumbled bacon, and fresh green onions, this indulgent dish is as easy to make as it is delicious. Great as a hearty side or a satisfying main, "The Big Potato" is a crave-worthy classic that’s sure to wow at any meal. With just 10 minutes of prep and simple, pantry-friendly ingredients, you’ll create a savory masterpiece that’s comfort food at its finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece russet potato (large)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 slices cooked bacon (crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the potato thoroughly under running water and use a fork to poke several holes around its surface.
Rub the potato with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper to coat evenly.
Place the potato directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the inside is tender when pierced with a knife.
Once cooked, remove the potato from the oven and let it cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
Slice the potato lengthwise down the middle, being careful not to cut all the way through. Gently press on the ends to open it up.
Fluff the interior flesh with a fork, then mix in the butter and garlic powder until well combined.
Top the fluffed potato with shredded cheddar cheese, letting it melt slightly from the residual heat.
Add a dollop of sour cream on top, followed by a generous sprinkle of crumbled bacon and chopped green onions.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious, loaded Big Potato!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
987 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.0 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 152 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 3185 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 29.3 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 486 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1747 mg | 37% | |
*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.
