Description
Twice baked potatoes are a beloved American comfort food that have been delighting taste buds for generations. These irresistible spuds start with perfectly baked russet potatoes, which are then scooped out, mashed, and mixed with a rich and creamy filling before being returned to their crispy skins and baked a second time. The result is a fluffy, indulgent potato shell filled with a decadent, flavorful interior – a true delight for potato lovers everywhere.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Scrub the potatoes, poke a few holes in each one with a fork, and rub them all over with olive oil. Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and bake for 55 to 70 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork.
2. Allow the baked potatoes to cool for 10 minutes, then slice them in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop the potato flesh into a bowl, leaving a thin layer of potato inside the skins.
3. Mash the potato flesh with a fork or potato masher until smooth. To the mashed potato flesh, add the softened butter, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, black pepper, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, half of the crumbled bacon, and half of the sliced green onions. Stir everything together until creamy and well-combined.
4. Spoon the creamy potato filling back into the potato skins, mounding it slightly on top. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese and bacon.
5. Return the twice-filled potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 12 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the tops are lightly golden. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes for an extra-crispy finish.
6. Remove from the oven and top with remaining sliced green onions. Sprinkle paprika over the top if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Twice baked potatoes can be customized with different cheeses, vegetables, or proteins to suit personal preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato half
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg