prep: 20 minutes, with 10 minutes cooling
cook: 20 minutes
cool: none
6 small potatoes (about 1 pound total)
⅓ cup sour cream
1½ tablespoons heavy cream
1½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
4 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, grated (about 1 cup)
4 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
2 tablespoons minced chives
1. In a large pot, combine the potatoes with water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat and boil until tender and cooked all the way through, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes. When cool enough to handle, slice the potatoes in half and set aside on a sheet pan.
2. Using a small spoon, scoop out the potatoes, leaving ¼ inch of the shell intact. Transfer the potato flesh to a medium bowl and add the sour cream, heavy cream, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined.
3. Position a rack 5 inches from the heat and preheat the broiler.
4. Scoop the filling back into the potato shells and top with the Cheddar. Broil until the potatoes are browned and the cheese is melted and toasty, 3 to 5 minutes. Top with the bacon and chives and serve right away.
5. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 20 minutes and serve.
Makes 4 servings