Baked Jacket Potato with Cheddar and Bacon

6 servings

80 minutes

Baked potato in its skin with cheddar and bacon is a dish that combines the simplicity of rustic cuisine with the rich flavors of modern gastronomic preferences. The potato, baked to a golden crust, becomes soft inside, while the bacon adds a crispy texture and smoky richness. Cheddar melts into an appetizing gooey crust that pairs perfectly with creamy sour cream and fresh green onions. This dish is popular not only in Russian cuisine but also in global gastronomy due to its heartiness and versatility. It can be served as a standalone treat or as a side dish to meat and vegetable dishes. Baked potato in its skin with cheddar and bacon embodies comfort and flavor, capable of enhancing any feast.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 456.5
• Proteins: 15.4g
• Fats: 37.9g
• Carbohydrates: 12.9g

Ingredients

• Potato: 4 pc
• Bacon: 8 pc
• Unsalted butter: 4 tbsp
• Cheddar cheese: 230 g
• Green onions: 10 g
• Sour cream: 5 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 230 degrees. Wash the potatoes well, chop the bacon and onion. Grate the cheese on a coarse grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 4 pieces
   • Bacon: 8 pieces
   • Green onions: 10 g
   • Cheddar cheese: 230 g

2. Pierce each potato several times with a fork and place in the microwave on high power for 4 minutes, then turn them over and put them back for another 4 minutes. Carefully transfer the potatoes to a baking sheet and bake in the oven for about 20 minutes. You can check readiness with a toothpick.

3. Meanwhile, fry the bacon over medium heat for 8 minutes until it is brown and crispy. Then place it on a paper towel.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bacon: 8 pieces

4. Cut the potatoes lengthwise and let them cool for 5 minutes. Increase the oven temperature to 245 degrees. Use a spoon to scoop out the insides of each potato to create a hollow.

5. Coat the potatoes inside and out with oil, season with salt and pepper. Then place them back on the baking sheet skin side down and bake for about 8 minutes. Sprinkle the potatoes with bacon and cheese and continue baking for another 7 minutes until the cheese bubbles. Top with green onions and add sour cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Unsalted butter: 4 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Bacon: 8 pieces
   • Cheddar cheese: 230 g
   • Green onions: 10 g
   • Sour cream: 5 tablespoon