ULTIMATE TWICE BAKED POTATOES

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I originally found this on Allrecipes. I modified them a bit and lightened them up using lower fat ingredients. The taste was not compromised at all. They are fantastic! Perfect for company or a special meal.

Provided by Little Bee

Categories     Pork

Time 17m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 large baking potatoes
6 slices bacon
1 cup light sour cream (do not use fat free)
1/2 cup 2% low-fat milk
4 tablespoons margarine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese, divided (do not use fat free though it does not melt well)
6 green onions, chopped divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Wrap potatoes in foil& bake in preheated oven for 1 and 1/2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, place bacon in a large, deep skillet.
  • Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown.
  • Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • When potatoes are done allow them to cool for 10 minutes.
  • Slice potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop the flesh into a large bowl; save skins.
  • To the potato flesh add sour cream, milk, margarine, salt, pepper,garlic powder, 1/2 cup cheese and 1/2 the green onions.
  • Mix with a hand mixer until well blended and creamy.
  • Spoon the mixture into the potato skins.
  • Top each with remaining cheese, green onions and bacon.
  • Bake for another 15 minutes.

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