Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes
  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1, 12 ounce pack bacon (cooked and crumbled)
  • 1 cup mild cheddar
  • Thinly sliced green onion (for garnish (optional))
  • Sour cream (optional)

Instruction

  • Preheat to 375 F.
  • Rub the potatoes with olive oil and place on a large rimmed baking sheet. Place in the oven and bake for 45 minutes, until easily pierced with a fork.
  • Place a sheet of parchment paper over the potatoes, then place a similarly-sized sheet pan on top of the paper and press down to smash.
  • Drizzle potatoes with melted butter, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with cheddar and bacon, and return to the oven to bake for 10 minutes.
  • Garnish with green onion and sour cream, if desired, and serve!