4 small russet potatoes Olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1 C milk 2 T butter 1/2 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese 4 scallions chopped 1/4 C sour cream 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled --bake potatoes. --cut potatoes in half and carefully scoop out the warm flesh into a bowl, leave a thin layer of potato intact around skin. Add milk, butter, cheese and scallions and stir with a wooden spoon until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Preheat broiler. Carefully scoop the mashed potatoes into the hallowed out potato halves. Top with a bit of extra cheese and place under the broiler until the tops are brown and crispy, 3-5 minutes.