TWICE-BAKED BREAKFAST POTATOES

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Leftover baked potatoes were the inspiration for this impromptu meal. The bacon and sausage combo make it a hearty breakfast dish, but it's a filling lunch or dinner as well. -William Brock, Amelia, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large baking potatoes
1 tablespoon butter
4 large eggs, beaten
10 ounces bulk sausage
1/4 cup sour cream
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup minced chives, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Additional sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Scrub potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 15-17 minutes or until tender, turning once., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt butter until over medium-high heat. Add the eggs; cook and stir until set. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside., When potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut each in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving thin shells. In a large bowl, mash the pulp with sour cream. Stir in the bacon, 1/2 cup cheese, 1/4 cup chives, parsley, salt, pepper, eggs and sausage. Spoon into potato shells., Place on a baking sheet. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and chives. Serve with additional sour cream if desired.

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