step 1
Preheat the oven to 220 C / Gas 7
step 2
Make slices across the potato the short way about 3 to 6mm apart, making sure not to cut all the way through the potato. The slices should stay connected at the bottom
step 3
Place on a baking tray and drizzle with half of the butter, then season with salt and pepper
step 4
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven
step 5
While baking, chop the bacon into small strips and cook until crispy
step 6
Remove the potatoes from the oven and drizzle with the remaining butter. Add the cheese, bacon and top with breadcrumbs and a little more seasoning if required
step 7
Return to the oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
