Ham and Cheese Stuffed Potatoes

• Ready In: 47 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  large idaho baking potatoes, scrubbed
• 1⁄4 lb bacon, diced (1 cup)
• 1  cup sharp cheddar cheese
• 1⁄3 cup milk
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper
•  paprika

Directions

1. Arrange oven rack in bottom third of oven.
2. Heat oven to 450°F.
3. Prick potatoes twice with fork.
4. Cook in microwave on high 12-14 minutes turning halfway through.
5. Wrap potatoes tightly with foil and let stand 3 minutes.
6. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise.
7. Scoop out centers, leaving 1/4-inch thick shells.
8. Transfer potatoes filling to a bowl and combine with remaining ingredients except paprika.
9. Divide and fill shells with stuffing; sprinkle tops with paprika.
10. Arrange potatoes on jelly-roll pan.
11. Bake 5 minutes, until browned on top.