Cheesy Baked Potatoes

Get ready to elevate your comfort food game with these irresistible Cheesy Baked Potatoes! Perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these oven-baked Russet potatoes are generously loaded with gooey melted cheddar cheese, creamy butter, and a dollop of tangy sour cream. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor, this recipe is a true crowd-pleaser. With minimal prep time and just a handful of pantry staples like olive oil, salt, and pepper, these potatoes make for an easy yet decadent side dish or a hearty vegetarian main. Serve them piping hot straight from the oven for a cheesy, comforting bite that’s impossible to resist. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday tables, these Cheesy Baked Potatoes are a guaranteed hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1.5 cups, shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Green onions
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 4 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Scrub the potatoes under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean towel.

Step 3

Use a fork to pierce each potato several times. This will allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 4

Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 5

Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack and bake for about 60 minutes, or until the skins are crisp and a skewer inserts easily through the center.

Step 6

Remove the potatoes from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).

Step 7

Slice each potato open lengthwise. Using a fork, gently fluff the insides to create a soft texture, and add a tablespoon of butter to each potato.

Step 8

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over each potato, ensuring coverage reaches any open parts.

Step 9

Place the potatoes back in the oven on a baking sheet and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.

Step 10

Remove the potatoes from the oven, top with a dollop of sour cream, and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1616.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2777.3

Total Fat 146.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 329.8mg	0%
Sodium 4314.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 294.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 74.8g	0%

Vitamin D 9.0IU	0%
Calcium 1066.1mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 7277.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.2%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 42.1%