4 lg. baked potatoes
1 1/2 c. (6 oz.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 tbsp. milk
1/4 c. butter
1/2 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper
2 tbsp. chopped chives
4 crisply cooked bacon slices, crumbled

Slice each potato in half lengthwise; scoop out centers to form a shell. Mash potatoes, combine with 1 cup cheese, milk, butter and seasonings. Beat until fluffy. If potatoes are too dry, beat in small amounts of additional milk.

Stir in 1 tablespoon chives and half of bacon; fill shells. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Toss remaining cheese, chives and bacon together; sprinkle over potatoes. Continue baking 10 minutes. 8 servings.