Special Twice-Baked Potatoes

Total Time

Prep: 1-1/4 hours Bake: 25 min.

Makes

12 servings

Updated: Jun. 27, 2023
Twice-baked potaotes may take some time to prepare, but we know the residents really appreciate our efforts. This side dish pairs well with a variety of meaty entrees and is always a welcome sight on the holiday table.

Ingredients

  • 12 large baking potatoes
  • 1 cup butter, melted, divided
  • 1 to 1-1/4 cups whole milk, warmed
  • 8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt

Directions

  1. Bake potatoes at 375° for 1 hour or until tender. Cool. Cut a thin slice off top of each potato and discard; scoop out pulp, leaving a thin shell.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the pulp with 3/4 cup butter. Stir in the milk, bacon, cheese, parsley and seasoned salt. Spoon or pipe in to potato shells.
  3. Place on a baking sheet. Drizzle with remaining butter. Bake at 425° for 25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 503 calories, 21g fat (13g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 468mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 12g protein.