Savory Baked Potatoes

Golden, crispy, and loaded with creamy, cheesy goodness, these Savory Baked Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Perfectly roasted Russet potatoes are transformed into a decadent twice-baked treat, featuring a flavorful blend of buttery mashed potato filling mixed with shredded cheddar, Parmesan, garlic, and fresh herbs like parsley and chives. Topped with a luscious golden crust, these stuffed potatoes are finished with a dollop of sour cream for the perfect balance of tanginess. Easy to make and customizable, this recipe is an excellent choice for a hearty side dish or even a satisfying main course. Ready in just over an hour, these baked potatoes are a foolproof crowd-pleaser that's sure to impress at your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh chives
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 cup, shredded Cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

Step 2

Scrub the potatoes well, pat them dry with a clean towel, and pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while baking.

Step 3

Rub each potato with olive oil, then sprinkle them evenly with salt and black pepper. Place the potatoes on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a knife or fork.

Step 5

While the potatoes are baking, prepare the filling by combining unsalted butter, parsley, chives, garlic powder, and shredded cheddar cheese in a mixing bowl. Set this mixture aside.

Step 6

Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for 5-10 minutes, until they are safe to handle.

Step 7

Slice each potato lengthwise down the middle, being careful not to cut through the bottom skin, and gently scoop out the flesh into the mixing bowl with the filling mixture, leaving a thin shell of potato inside the skin.

Step 8

Mash the scooped-out potato flesh with the herb and cheese mixture until smooth. Stir in sour cream and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.

Step 9

Scoop the mashed potato filling back into the potato shells, mounding it slightly on top.

Step 10

Place the stuffed potatoes back on the baking sheet and return them to the oven. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the filling is heated through and lightly golden on top.

Step 11

Serve the savory baked potatoes hot, garnished with additional chopped parsley or chives if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1543.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2419.9

Total Fat 114.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 233.3mg	0%
Sodium 3898.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 289.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 21.7g
Protein 71.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1054.8mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 7168.8mg	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: 41.6%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 46.8%