Here’s a delicious Stuffed Potatoes recipe that you can make with simple ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or any cheese of your choice)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk or cream
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions:
1. Bake the Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes under cold water to remove dirt. Dry them with a towel.
- Poke several holes in each potato with a fork.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack (or a baking sheet) and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Slice each potato in half lengthwise.
- Using a spoon, carefully scoop out the flesh of each potato, leaving about 1/4 inch of the potato skin intact to form a shell.
- Place the scooped-out potato flesh into a large bowl.
3. Make the Potato Mixture:
- Mash the scooped-out potato with a fork or potato masher.
- Add butter, sour cream, milk (or cream), and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mash everything together until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the shredded cheese, cooked bacon bits (optional), and chopped green onions or chives.
4. Stuff the Potatoes:
- Carefully spoon the mashed potato mixture back into the potato skins, packing it in lightly.
- Sprinkle the top with more shredded cheese if desired.
5. Bake Again:
- Place the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the potatoes are heated through.
6. Serve:
- Once done, remove from the oven and garnish with extra green onions, bacon bits, or a dollop of sour cream.
- Serve hot as a side dish or a main course.
Tips:
- You can customize your stuffed potatoes with toppings like sautéed mushrooms, shredded chicken, or chili.
- For a healthier version, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt and use reduced-fat cheese.
