Sausage Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Upgrade your baked potato game with these hearty and flavorful Sausage Stuffed Baked Potatoes! Perfectly roasted russet potatoes are scooped and mashed with creamy sour cream, butter, and melted cheddar cheese, then packed with savory browned sausage for an irresistible filling. Finished with a bubbly layer of cheese and a sprinkle of fresh green onions, these stuffed potatoes are the perfect combination of crispy skins and rich, savory flavors. Whether you're serving them as a comforting side dish or a satisfying main course, this recipe is easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress. Plus, it’s a versatile favorite ideal for weeknight dinners, game days, or cozy gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Large russet potatoes
• 0.5 pound Sausage (ground or crumbled)
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 pieces Green onions (sliced)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly, then dry them with a clean towel.

Step 3

Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle them lightly with salt. Pierce each potato a few times with a fork to allow steam to escape.

Step 4

Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife.

Step 5

While the potatoes are baking, heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside.

Step 6

Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly, about 5-10 minutes.

Step 7

Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and gently scoop out the insides, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato flesh around the skin to create a shell. Place the potato flesh in a large mixing bowl.

Step 8

Add the butter, sour cream, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the potato flesh. Mash the mixture until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Stir in the cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese (reserving a small amount for topping), and half of the sliced green onions.

Step 10

Spoon the sausage and potato mixture back into the potato shells, mounding it on top.

Step 11

Place the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet and sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top.

Step 12

Return the stuffed potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and garnish with the remaining green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1385.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2443.0

Total Fat 161.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 416.7mg	0%
Sodium 5024.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 167.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 88.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 1087.0mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 4260.8mg	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: 58.8%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 27.0%