“No Waste” Loaded Baked Potato

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400u00b0F.

2. 2

   Wash and dry each potato. Poke several holes in each potato. (I always forget this step and it is so messy to have to go back and do it!)

3. 3

   Spread oil or shortening on the skins of each potato covering each and every part. Then, cover with kosher salt.

4. 4

   Place a cookie sheet on lower rack of your oven and place potatoes on the rack above.

5. 5

   It is not necessary to cover potatoes. Baking directly on rack is the way to go!

6. 6

   Bake for 50-60 minutes depending on size of potatoes.

7. 7

   While potatoes are baking, cook the bacon on a griddle or in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Then remove the bacon from the pan and allow it to cool until you can crumble it.

8. 8

   Remove potatoes from oven. Split open the tops and add salt, pepper, butter, cheese, bacon, and chives. Some may prefer to add sour cream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.