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Red Bliss Potato Cups with Cheddar and Bacon

Crispy red bliss potato cups filled with a savory blend of mashed potato, RC Instant Cheese Sauce, maple bacon, green onions, and melted cheddar.

Yield / Servings

2 Dozen (24 Pieces)

Category

Appetizers / Pork & Potato

Filed Under: Appetizers Sides

Ingredients

5 Components
Medium Red Bliss Potatoes Baked or microwaved 24 each
RC Instant Cheese Sauce Mix Prepared with milk 16 oz.
Thick Sliced Maple Bacon Cooked and chopped 1 lb.
Green Onions Sliced 1 bunch
Shredded Cheddar Cheese For garnish 1 lb.

Preparation Steps

1
Hollow Potato Cups

Slightly hollow out cooked red bliss potatoes, leaving at least ½ inch of potato wall intact in the skin. Reserve scooped potato pulp in a mixing bowl.

2
Crisp Shells (Optional)

If desired, drizzle hollowed potato shells lightly with oil and roast in a hot oven until golden brown and crispy before filling.

3
Mix Filling

Combine reserved scooped potato pulp, prepared RC Instant Cheese Sauce Mix, and chopped cooked maple bacon in a bowl. Mix gently until thoroughly blended.

4
Fill, Top & Bake

Generously fill potato cups with cheese and bacon potato mixture. Top with sliced green onions and shredded cheddar cheese. Bake in a 350°F convection oven for 15 to 20 minutes until heated through and cheese is thoroughly melted.

Serving Suggestion

Serve these hot potato cups alongside a side of chilled dip prepared using RC Buttermilk and Herb Dressing Mix for a delicious ranch flavor contrast.