Yields: 10 servings.
5 medium potatoes
¼ cup butter
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
¾ cup sour cream
1 envelope ranch dressing mix
1 tablespoon chives, snipped
1 garlic clove, minced
Crumbled bacon
Chopped green onions
Bake potatoes at 400° for 1 hour. Cut in half. Scoop out potato, and beat with butter. Add 1 cup cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, chives, and garlic. Spoon into shells, and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes. Top with bacon and green onions.
A Taste of Shiloh is available for purchase at Shiloh General Store and Bakery, 5520 Street Paul Church Road, Hamptonville or call (336) 468-4789.
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