BACON, CREMINI & BRIE POTATOES

Bacon, Cremini & Brie Potatoes image

This is my version of an ultimate baked potato. Rich brie, crispy bacon and cremini mushrooms transform the humble baked potato into something really special. -Jan Valdez, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Ingredients

4 medium potatoes
4 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 bacon strips, chopped
1/2 pound sliced baby portobello (cremini) mushrooms
4 ounces Brie cheese, sliced
Chopped fresh chives, optional

Steps:

Scrub and pierce potatoes. Rub potato skins with oil; sprinkle with salt. Bake at 400° for 50-60 minutes or until tender., In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute mushrooms in the drippings., Cut a 2-in. "X" in tops of potatoes; insert cheese slices. Top with mushrooms, bacon and chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 32g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 781mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.