Baked Potato with Ring Tum Ditty

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Recipe courtesy Paula Deen

  • 4

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces bacon, chopped
  • 2 cups chopped onions
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans whole tomatoes, drained, juice reserved
  • 1 (16-ounce) can whole kernel corn
  • Dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper
  • 3 cups (3/4 pound) grated extra-sharp Cheddar
  • 4 to 6 baking potatoes, baked
  • Butter, for topping

Preparation

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