Irish Baked Potato with Cheese and Chives

How to Make Irish Baked Potato with Cheese and Chives at Home

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Ingredients

• 2 large baking potatoes
• 1 cup cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons chives
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup sour cream

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. 2

   Wash the baking potatoes thoroughly under cold water, scrubbing off any dirt.

3. 3

   Pat the potatoes dry with a clean towel and pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.

4. 4

   Rub the potatoes with 1 tablespoon of butter each and sprinkle with salt.

5. 5

   Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the skins are crispy and a fork easily pierces through the flesh.

6. 6

   While the potatoes are baking, finely chop the chives and set aside.

7. 7

   Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.

8. 8

   Cut a slit down the center of each potato, being careful not to cut all the way through.

9. 9

   Fluff the insides of the potatoes with a fork, adding the remaining butter, black pepper, and half of the chopped chives.

10. 10

    Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top of each potato and return them to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

11. 11

    Remove from the oven and top with the remaining chives and a dollop of sour cream before serving.