1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a rimmed cookie sheet with parchment paper or foil. Set aside.
2.Place washed potatoes on the bottom of a large pot. Fill with cold water and bring to a boil. Add a dash of salt. Cook until potatoes are fork tender.
3.When potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut in half. Gently scoop out inside of potatoes and place in a mixing bowl. Add butter and mix around. Add 1/2 cup cheese and bacon bits. Mix gently to combine.
4.Spoon mixture into each potato skin. Place on prepared cookie sheet and bake for about 10 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup grated cheese on top of each filled potato skin. Top with sour cream and chopped green onions if using. Enjoy!