Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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15
servings
15 unit

red potatoes

washed, unpeeled

0.25 cup

olive oil

0.5 tsp

garlic powder

0.5 tsp

seasoning salt

2 cup

sour cream

1 unit

green onion

finely chopped

4 slice

bacon

cooked and finely crumbled

1 pinch

black pepper

1 unit

green onion

finely chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 2
~4 min

In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, and seasoning salt.

Step 3
~4 min

Cut potatoes in half.

Step 4
~4 min

Coat potatoes with the oil mixture.

Step 5
~4 min

Place potatoes on a greased baking sheet cut-side down.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~4 min

Bake for about 25 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.

Step 7
~4 min

Let the potatoes cool completely.

Step 8
~4 min

In a medium bowl, mix sour cream, green onions, crumbled bacon, and black pepper.

Step 9
~4 min

Slice a small piece off the bottom of each potato half for stability.

Step 10
~4 min

Scoop out some of the center pulp from each potato half, reserving the pulp.

Step 11
~4 min

Fill each potato half with about 1 tablespoon of the sour cream mixture.

Step 12
~4 min

Sprinkle chopped green onion on top of the sour cream filling.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve immediately or chill until needed.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add shredded cheese to the filling.

Use different types of potatoes, such as Yukon gold or purple potatoes.

Bake the potatoes ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to fill.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Potatoes can be baked ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or side dish.

Garnish with extra green onion.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

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Chicken wings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Popular party food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Super Bowl
Holiday parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Game day
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100

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