Cheesy Stuffed Potatoes
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these delicious Cheesy Stuffed Potatoes! Perfectly baked russet potatoes serve as the foundation for a rich and creamy filling made with buttery mashed potato, tangy sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and a hint of garlic. Each potato skin is generously packed with the flavorful mixture, then topped with golden, bubbling cheese for an irresistible finish. This crowd-pleasing side dish works beautifully for weeknight dinners or as a star attraction at your next gathering. Garnish with fresh green onions and more bacon for a restaurant-quality flair. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, these cheesy, savory stuffed potatoes are sure to become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 0.25 cup green onions, sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Scrub and wash the potatoes thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a towel.
Step 3
Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
Step 4
Rub each potato with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Step 5
Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack and bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until tender and a fork easily pierces through the flesh.
Step 6
Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly until they are safe to handle.
Step 7
Cut each potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl, leaving about 1/4 inch of an edge around the potato skin to maintain shape.
Step 8
Add butter, sour cream, half of the cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, green onions, garlic powder, and a little more salt and pepper to the potato flesh. Mash everything together until well combined and creamy.
Step 9
Place the potato shells on a baking sheet. Fill each shell with the mashed potato mixture, pressing the filling gently to pack it in.
Step 10
Top the stuffed potatoes with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 11
Return the stuffed potatoes to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 12
Garnish with extra green onions or crumbled bacon if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1958.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3186.3 |
| Total Fat 189.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 89.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 439.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5407.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 274.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 33.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.4g | |
| Protein 111.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1133.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 7369.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories