Description
Twice baked potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, featuring crispy skins filled with a creamy, cheesy blend that warms the heart and satisfies the palate. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, these customizable spuds can be topped to your liking, making them a versatile dish for any occasion. The delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen will have everyone excited to dig in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup bacon bits (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped chives or green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400?F (200?C). Scrub potatoes under cold water and pat dry.
- Bake potatoes directly on the oven rack for 45-60 minutes until tender when pierced.
- Let cool slightly, then cut in half lengthwise and scoop out insides into a bowl, leaving enough potato in skins for stability.
- Mix potato flesh with butter, cream, cheese, bacon bits (if using), salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Spoon mixture back into potato skins and top with extra cheese if desired. Bake again for 15-20 minutes until heated through and golden.
- Garnish with chives or green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato half (135g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg