How to Set Up a Family-Friendly Baked Potato Bar

This DIY buffet is sure to satisfy the whole family. A combination of sweet potatoes and russets makes a crowd-pleasing canvas for cheese, broccoli, bacon, and even eggs.

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Baked Potatoes

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Start with plain baked potatoes—both russets and sweet potatoes—as the base for your DIY buffet.

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Silky Sautéed Leeks

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The adults will appreciate this unexpectedly sophisticated addition to the selection of toppings.

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Easy Broccoli Cheddar Gratin

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Get kids to eat their broccoli with this cheesy, gooey casserole favorite.

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Herbed Yogurt

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Skip the heavy sour cream and sub in plain yogurt jazzed up with chopped chives and lemon zest.

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More Toppings

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Round out your baked potato buffet with these fun offerings:

  • crumbled bacon
  • fried eggs
  • chopped chives
  • chopped toasted pecans
  • cubed Cheddar or crumbled goat cheese
  • wilted spinach

 

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