Loaded Baked Potato Pan on Kamado Joe with Chef Eric Gephart

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories while still providing flavor.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while ham is often less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers similar creaminess with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be a budget-friendly alternative.

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Wash and scrub potatoes thoroughly.

Pierce each potato several times with a fork.

Rub potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.

Place potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.

Remove potatoes from the oven and let cool slightly.

Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out some flesh into a bowl.

Mash the potato flesh with butter, sour cream, and seasonings until creamy.

Spoon the mashed mixture back into the potato skins.

Top each potato with cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions.

Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Remove from oven and garnish with chives and additional toppings as desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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