Grilled BBQ Bacon Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes
- 4-5 tbsp milk
- 2-3 tbsp barbecue sauce
- salt to taste
- 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- green onion for garnish
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 936g | |
| Calories 1343 | |
| Calories from Fat 626 | 47% |
| Total Fat 70.19g | 88% |
| Saturated Fat 32.37g | 129% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 155mg | 52% |
| Sodium 1808mg | 75% |
| Potassium 3181mg | 91% |
| Total Carbs 133.26g | 36% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.7g | 49% |
| Sugars 20.71g | 14% |
| Protein 46.54g | 74% |
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