Recipe

Crispy skins, fluffy insides, and topped with all the goodies—these Loaded Baked Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food for any occasion!

Transform ordinary potatoes into a decadent treat with this Loaded Baked Potatoes recipe. Piled high with melty cheese, crispy bacon, tangy sour cream, and fresh chives, they're perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying main. The Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater simplifies prep, grating cheddar into fluffy shreds that melt perfectly into every bite. Let’s get baking!

Ingredient

4 large Russet potatoes

1 ½ cups cheddar cheese

6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

½ cup sour cream

¼ cup fresh chives, chopped

2 tbsp unsalted butter

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

Optional: ¼ cup green onions or ranch dressing for extra flavor

Instructions

1. Prep the Potatoes

Wash and scrub potatoes thoroughly. Pat dry. Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.

2. Bake the Potatoes

Preheat your oven. Place potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake until the skins are crispy and the insides are tender when pierced with a fork.

3. Grate the Cheese with Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater

Secure the hand crank cheese grater on your countertop—its upgraded silicone suction base sticks firmly, no slipping. Attach the 2-Blade Set and feed cheddar cheese through the hopper. Turn the Z-shaped handle a few times to create fluffy, uniform shreds ideal for melting.

The sharp stainless steel blades and food pusher ensure safe, effortless grating for large batches.

4. Load the Potatoes

Once baked, let potatoes cool slightly. Slice each lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through. Gently fluff the insides with a fork. Add a pat of butter, salt, and pepper to each, mixing lightly.

5. Add Toppings

Sprinkle crumbled bacon and grated cheddar over the fluffed potatoes. Return to the oven or broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Serve

Top with sour cream and chopped chives. Add any optional extras like green onions. Serve hot for maximum flavor!

Tips and Variations

Potato Choice: Russets give the crispiest skins; Yukon Golds offer a creamier interior.

Cheese Swap: Use pepper jack (grated with the 2-Blade Set) for spice or mozzarella for extra stretch.

Vegetarian Twist: Skip bacon and add broccoli florets or black beans.

Make Ahead: Bake potatoes in advance; store in the fridge and reheat with toppings when ready.

Storage: Wrap leftovers and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to crisp the skins.

Conclusion

These potatoes are a flavor explosion, customizable and comforting. The crank cheese grater is your go-to tool, with its versatile blade options (2-Blade for cheese, 3-Blade for veggies) delivering sharp premium blades for safe cuts. The stable suction base ensures no wobbling, making it perfect for family meals or gatherings. From fluffy cheese to crisp slices, it simplifies every step.