Name: Twice Baked Potatoes
Cook time: 1 h 50 min
Total time: 1 h 50 min
Yield: 8 Servings
Cuisine: American

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April 29, 2025

As their name suggests, these potatoes are first baked until tender, then hollowed out and stuffed with a rich and creamy mash of the potato flesh with butter, sour cream, and garlic. Finally, they're topped with cheddar cheese and baked again. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

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Twice Baked Potatoes

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 1 other allergen identified

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Pierce each potato 2-3 times with a fork, and wrap each individually in a sheet of aluminum foil.

Place potatoes directly on middle rack of oven and bake until fork tender, 70-90 minutes.

Remove the potatoes from the oven. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before handling.

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, use a sharp knife to cut the potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop the potato flesh from each potato half, leaving a scant 1/4-inch border in the skins, and place in a large mixing bowl.

Add the butter, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixing bowl. Mash the mixture with a potato masher or large fork until it is smooth and creamy.

Arrange the hollowed potato halves on the prepared baking sheet flesh side up. Spoon an equal amount of the potato mash into each potato half. Sprinkle the potatoes evenly with the shredded cheese.

Bake the potatoes on middle rack of oven until the cheese is melted and the potatoes are heated through, 10-12 minutes.

Check to see that potatoes are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Sprinkle the potatoes lightly with paprika, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Potato Prep Perfection 🥔
Select uniform-sized russet potatoes and pierce them thoroughly with a fork to ensure even baking and prevent potential steam explosions.
Creamy Mash Magic 🧈
Allow butter and sour cream to come to room temperature before mixing to create a smoother, more evenly incorporated potato filling.
Skin Crisp Technique 🔥
Brush potato skins lightly with olive oil before the first bake to create a crispy exterior that will hold up during the second baking.
Cheese Melting Mastery 🧀
Grate your own cheddar cheese instead of using pre-shredded, as fresh-grated cheese melts more smoothly and provides superior flavor.
Flavor Layer Pro Tip 🌿
Add finely chopped chives or green onions to the potato filling for an extra layer of fresh, aromatic flavor that complements the rich ingredients.