Loaded Baked Potato Bar
Let everyone build their own. Fewer arguments.
$9.85 total
Ingredients & Cost Breakdown
| 4 large russet potatoes | $1.68 |
| 1/2 cup sour cream | $0.86 |
| 3/4 cup shredded cheese | $1.21 |
| 2 green onions | $0.38 |
| Bacon bits | $0.57 |
| Butter, salt, pepper | $0.23 |
| Buttered corn, side | $1.80 |
| Extra bacon, topping | $1.20 |
| Extra shredded cheese, topping | $1.92 |
| Total | $9.85 |
Shopping List
Exactly what to grab at the store — whole units, no guessing at "half an onion."
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup shredded cheese
- 2 green onions
- Bacon bits
- Butter, salt, pepper
- Buttered corn, side
- Extra bacon, topping
- Extra shredded cheese, topping
How to Make It
- Scrub potatoes, pierce with a fork, microwave 8–10 minutes (or bake at 425°F for 45 min) until fork-tender.
- Split potatoes open and fluff the inside with a fork.
- Top with butter, cheese, sour cream, extra bacon, and green onions.
- Let sit a minute so the cheese melts.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve with buttered corn on the side.
No-Time-For-That Tip: Microwave first, then 5 minutes under the broiler gets you crispy-skin flavor without the hour-long oven wait.
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